Ever wondered what really happens inside popping popcorn? It's really fascinating 😬

So inside each corn kernel, there's a germ & endosperm - basically, a tiny plant & its food which contains about 14% water. When heated, the water inside turns to steam, causing pressure to build up within the shell.  

Picture the shell as a mini pressure cooker, containing the steam until the pressure becomes too great. At around 180°C, the internal pressure reaches nearly 10 times the normal air pressure, & the starch granules turn into a pressurized gelatinous goo.

Eventually, the pressure causes the shell to burst, releasing the steam & causing the goo to expand explosively. This is the moment when the kernel transforms into the fluffy popcorn we all love. As it cools, the fluffy foam solidifies, ready to be munched on during your favourite movie. 😇