Question Why does corn pop in the microwave?

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Why does corn pop in the microwave?

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Answer:

when the corn is heated, the water turns into steam, which builds pressure inside the kernel. When it can no longer contain the pressure it pops.

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George Steel answered Nov 10, 2023

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Answer:

it pops because the heat and water inside of it

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Adam Preble answered Nov 13, 2023

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