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Did you know that the colour of an eggshell depends on the breed of the chicken? Fun fact: both are equally nutritious!
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As eggs age, they start to lose moisture and air builds up inside. If you place an egg in water and it floats, it’s a sign that the egg is old. Fresher eggs will sink.
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The yolk inside an egg is held in place by small, spiral-like bands called chalazae. The more prominent the chalazae, the fresher the egg!
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Younger hens lay smaller eggs, while older hens produce larger ones. The nutritional content is almost identical, though larger eggs often have a larger yolk.
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An eggshell might look solid, but it’s covered in up to 17,000 tiny pores that allow air and moisture to pass through, which helps the egg to breathe.
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It’s rare but possible for an egg to have two yolks. Finding a double-yolk egg is considered lucky in some cultures!
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Eggs contain all the essential vitamins and minerals, except for vitamin C. They’re often considered a near-perfect food because of their protein content and range of nutrients.
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There’s a small air pocket between the eggshell and the inner membrane. As the egg ages, this pocket grows, which is another reason why older eggs are more likely to float.
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These facts make eggs even more intriguing than they seem at first glance!