Although popcorn has been around for thousands of years, scientists only recently resolved the mystery behind the popping sound and the detailed mechanisms of how the popcorn bursts. Inside the kernel there is not only the seed for a new corn plant but also water and soft starch granules that serve as a food source for the seed during germ sprouting. Most importantly, its kernel consists of a very hard, mostly nonporous outer shell called pericarp. The key to popcorn is the unique design of its kernels. Popcorn is actually a special variety of corn, and it is the only one that pops. There are many corn varieties that can differ significantly from popcorn, which are not just dried kernels of the sweet corn we eat. In this activity you will perform some popcorn science-and even get to snack on your results! Why does it do that? What makes the small popcorn kernel jump into the air and change its appearance? Where does the characteristic popping sound come from, and does every corn pop? There are many good questions about this simple snack. Store leftovers in an airtight container.Do you like popcorn? It's not only a tasty snack but also fascinating to watch when it pops in the pot. One-half cup of kernels makes approximately 15 cups of popped popcorn. Tastes great plain or add your favorite popcorn topping. Remove from heat once popping slows to avoid burning popcorn. Shake and move the pot continuously as the popcorn pops. Once they pop, pour 1/2 cup of kernels into pot and place lid on top. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil of your choice in a large pot over medium heat. Remove from microwave once popping slows to avoid burning popcorn.
Close bag and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes. Pour 1/2 cup of kernels into a brown paper bag. Remove any chaff from the kernels as much as possible. If using Popping Ears, shell (remove) popcorn from the ear and place kernels in a bowl. Popping popcorn off the ears instructions It is normal for some popped kernels to stay on the ear. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until popping slows.
Take one ear of popcorn and place in brown paper bag (or just in a bowl if you want to watch it pop! very fun but makes for a messy clean up!).
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