Why Does Popcorn Pop And Why Does Cheese Stretch? The Science Behind Your Favourite Foods

Science is at the heart of everything we eat, from the way food reacts to heat to how flavours develop. Read on for a special National Science Day treat. 

Biting into food's salivating secrets ahead of National Science Day 2025, to be observed on February 28.

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National Science Day: Food is not just about taste — it’s a fascinating combination of chemistry, physics, and biology. From the explosive pop of popcorn to the fluffy rise of bread, science plays a crucial role in how our favourite foods are made. Let’s take a closer look at the hidden science behind some of the most popular foods we enjoy every day. 1. Why Does Popcorn Pop? Popcorn kernels have a hard outer shell called the pericarp, which traps moisture inside. When