Fill a Glass: Pour cold water into a glass, enough to fully submerge the egg.

Gently Place the Egg: Lower the egg into the water carefully.

Observe: Watch how the egg behaves in the water.

Interpreting Results:

Fresh Egg: Sinks and lays flat on the bottom. Perfect for frying, poaching, or scrambling.

Old Egg: Sinks but stands upright. Still safe, ideal for boiling or baking.

Rotten Egg: Floats to the top. Discard immediately.

Why This Works

As eggs age, the small air pocket inside them grows larger. This air buildup increases buoyancy, making older eggs stand or float in water.

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