Table of Contents (click to expand)Van Der Waals ForcesHow Do Lizards Stick To Walls? Lizards climb walls by using the tiny hairs on their feet to create Van der Waals forces. These forces are created when the electrons in the lizard’s atoms interact with the electrons in the atoms of the wall. The lizard’s feet also have tiny pads at the tips, which increase the surface area and help the lizard to grip the wall. Have you ever noticed how lizards have the insane ability to scurry up walls and even walk upside down on the ceiling? They are fascinating … Continue reading How Do Lizards Climb Walls?