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Full of Holes on Every Side, Yet I Hold Water — What Am I?
Full of holes on every side, yet I hold water inside — what am I?
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What is the answer to the 'full of holes but holds water' riddle?
The answer is a sponge. Even though a sponge is covered in tiny holes on every side, those pores are exactly what let it soak up and hold water inside.
Why can a sponge hold water if it's full of holes?
A sponge's holes are tiny connected pores. Surface tension and capillary action trap water inside the network of pores instead of letting it run straight through, so it holds water rather than draining like a sieve.
Is this riddle good for kids?
Yes. It's a fun, family-friendly 'what am I?' riddle that helps kids think about everyday objects, making it great for classrooms, road trips, and quiz nights.