How do the suction pads on the toes of treefrogs work?

Subject: How do the suction pads on the toes of treefrogs work?

Date: Wed Nov 3 10:47:42 1999
Posted by a. ladewig
Grade level: 7-9 School: Clinton Junior High School
City: Clinton State/Province: MS Country: hinds
Area of science: Zoology
ID: 941644062.Zo

Message:


I am testing the abillities of treefrogs to adher themselves to vertical 
surfaces. I need data on the adhesive substances they make and the physical 
stucture of the pad at the tip of their toes.  Thanks.

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