Yes, banana peels can be slippery, especially when stepped on with enough force.
The slipperiness of a banana peel stems from a unique combination of factors. The reference video mentions that when pressure is applied to a banana peel on a hard surface, a thin layer of polysaccharide gel forms underneath. This gel acts as a lubricant, significantly reducing friction between the peel and the surface, making it easy to slip. Without pressure, the peel isn't as slippery. In fact, the video demonstrates that without pressure, the peel sticks to a table.
Therefore, while a banana peel lying on the ground might not inherently be slippery, stepping on it creates the conditions for a reduction in friction leading to a potential slip and fall.
