The Physical Science Of Skipping Rocks

Before understanding the physical science of skipping rocks you have to understand the minor details associated with the rock and surrounding conditions. First, the only rocks that will work throughout rock skipping times are rocks that are light, flat, and round. This helps the rocks glide over the surface of the water, and not immediately sink into the water. Second, rocks also have to be spinning sort of like a Frisbee when they are thrown. The spin of the rock helps keep the rock steady so the rock will keep flying in the same rotation and position even when other forces disrupt it! In order to master this the flick of the rock is a very important component to mastering rock skipping. Third, the speed of the rock needs to be able to move