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The Study of Which Brand of Popcorn Pops the Most Kernels

Niki V

2013-2014

ABSTRACT

The purpose of the experiment was to see which brand of popcorn pops the most kernels. Each brand of popcorn was popped then counted to see which one popped the most. The brand that popped the most kernels was the Harris Teeter brand. This happened because Harris Teeter brand popcorn is organic and not preserved in ways that don’t allow it to pop as well. Popcorn comes from a grain called corn that has been around for a long time and has a fascinating history.

Experimental Improvements and future experiments

the experiments were each a very lengthy process. to proven that the kernels could have been counted by 2s. this would have allowed the time for maybe one more experiment. the paper bags could have been reused so that not so much paper was wasted during this experiment. future experiments that could be done are taste testing the popcorn to truly know which one is better. the amount of heat needed to pop a kernel of popcorn could also be tested.

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