(WHTM) — Whether you enjoy it in a movie theater, or as a simple snack at work, popcorn is one of those foods that most people enjoy. But how does popcorn, well, pop? Popcorn comes from a specific ...

Introduction Do you like popcorn? It's not only a tasty snack but also fascinating to watch when it pops in the pot. Why does it do that? What makes the small popcorn kernel jump into the air and ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A tiny kernel of popcorn has a lot of science packed into it. It is a staple snack for movies, and tons of kernels have been popped and enjoyed, but how does one, hard kernel ...

Editor’s note: As the Oscars approach, we’re celebrating America’s favorite movie snack by bringing back this story, first published in 2014. Popcorn is truly ancient. Archaeologists have uncovered ...

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Here at the Curiosity Desk, we love nothing more than taking on a story inspired by a question from you. Today we turn to Steve Deveau, a loyal listener from Swampscott, who reached out with a ...

Whether you're at the movies or at home, munching on popcorn inevitably means biting down on an unpopped kernel. Find out ...

Whether on the stove or at the movie theater, popcorn kernels display three entertaining reactions when heated: They burst open, jump, and emit a popping sound. According to a fun new study published ...

Within minutes, a teardrop-shaped kernel no larger than a pea can magically mushroom into a fluffy treat that's at least 35 times its original volume. The tasty secret: water. Each popcorn kernel ...