Magicians are all about tricking the eye. This super cool experiment will give the illusion that flowing water has frozen in time. The water comes out so perfectly, that it doesn’t look like it’s moving at all. You’ll need only a few simple supplies, but everyone will think you are a top wizard! And if you want to be a magician that does reveal their tricks, we have explained the science behind it below!
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