Question

why does water trickle of lotus leaves
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Answer 1

Lotus leaves are waterproof and dirt proof too. It is superhydrophobic surface nature of its leaves. Its leaves are water repellent because of the rough textures which trap air to provide protection against water.

Answer 2

Answer:

Water trickle out from the surface of lotus leaves because of their super hydrophobic surface.  Water drops that fall onto them bead up and roll off. These leaves not only stay dry, but the droplets pick up small particles of dirt as they roll, so that the lotus leaves are even self-cleaning.

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