Examination of an egg can determine its state of freshness.
Process: Cover an egg in cold tap water in a bowl.
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Egg Appearance
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Air Cell Size
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Status
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lies on side on the bottom
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small
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very fresh
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stands up and bobs on bottom
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moderate
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not quite as fresh
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floats on the water surface
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large
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discard egg
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Process: Break open an egg and pour onto a surface, such as a frying pan.
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Egg White Appearance
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Yolk Appearance
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Status
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thick; does not spread much
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stands up
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very fresh
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Eggs should be stored in the refrigerator with the small end down.
