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Why you can't comb a hairy ball, and why we care

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This video explains a math problem called the hairy ball theorem. It shows how you can't comb all the hair on a ball without leaving some sticking up! The video also uses this idea to explain how airplanes are programmed to fly.

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🧠 Quiz & Trivia

Test your knowledge after watching!

Q1 What shape is the hairy ball theorem about?

Answer: A ball

Q2 What do you need to comb hair on a ball?

Answer: A comb

Q3 Can you always comb all the hair on a ball down flat?

Answer: No

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