In the scientific method, you always start with a question. For our Popping Under Pressure experiment, you might ask, what would happen if the temperature is too low? What would happen if the temperature was too high? Would a wet piece of corn on the cob popcorn alter the outcome?
After you have your question, you can head to our Learn page to study up and form your hypothesis, which just means what do you think the answer to your question will be?
Now it's time to test your hypothesis!
Prep Time
5 minutes
Tools & Materials
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Dried corn on the cob (Farmer's popcorn cob)
- Paper bag
- Butter
- Salt
- Microwave
- Big bowl
- Small bowl
- A good movie and blanket
Directions
Step 1
Place your dried corn cob in a paper bag. Close your bag and fold over the top 1-2 times.
Step 2
Using the popcorn setting on your microwave, or an estimated 1:30-2 minutes, set the time on your microwave. Next, place the bag inside to cook!/p>
Step 3
When you hear the popping slow down, stop the microwave. Then remove the bag from the microwave. Just like with other popcorn!
Step 4
Carefully open the bag and deposit your now popcorn into a large bowl.
Step 5
Melt your butter in a small bowl in the microwave.
Step 6
Top your popcorn with your melted butter and salt.
Step 7
Enjoy with a good movie!
Draw Your Conclusion
Examine how it worked? What worked? What didn't work? What could you change next time to alter your results? Will you try again?
Share your results below!