Skimming stones? Try a heavier, curvier rock, scientists say

Want to make an impression the next time you
Want to make an impression the next time you're trying to skim a stone off water? Ignore the usual thin, flat candidates and try a fatter, curvier rock to get the biggest possible bounce, scientists said Wednesday.

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