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Sarah explains to Alex that popcorn pops due to the moisture inside the kernel turning to steam when heated, which then causes the kernel to explode. Native Americans were the first to discover this phenomenon by heating corn seeds in sand. While the science behind popcorn popping is still not fully understood, it has been enjoyed as a snack for centuries in various forms.
- Author
- Krisdiana
- Language
- EN