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MIT Engineers Discover Eggs Crack Less When Dropped Horizontally

5/9/2025

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MIT engineers have made a surprising discovery: eggs dropped horizontally are less prone to cracking than those dropped vertically. Their experiments revealed that horizontal eggs can absorb more energy thanks to their flexibility, defying traditional beliefs about egg strength. This breakthrough could lead to innovative techniques in cooking, like perfecting hard-boiled eggs.

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MIT engineers have made a surprising discovery: eggs dropped horizontally are less prone to cracking than those dropped vertically. Their experiments revealed that horizontal eggs can absorb more energy thanks to their flexibility, defying traditional beliefs about egg strength. This breakthrough could lead to innovative techniques in cooking, like perfecting hard-boiled eggs.