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When an egg is heated the proteins in the egg will denature which means that the proteins will break down and lose their shape. This will cause the egg to turn from a runny liquid to a solid. The proteins in the egg will bind together trapping water and air pockets giving the egg its solid form. Additionally the yolk will turn from a soft yellow to a firm yellow and the egg white will turn from a clear liquid to a white solid.

The changes that occur when an egg is heated can be broken down into the following list:

  • The proteins in the egg will denature causing the egg to turn from a runny liquid to a solid
  • The proteins will bind together trapping water and air pockets
  • The yolk will turn from a soft yellow to a firm yellow
  • The egg white will turn from a clear liquid to a white solid

Heating an egg is an important part of many cooking processes as it allows the egg to take on the desired form and texture. Understanding the changes that occur when an egg is heated can help cooks to create the perfect dish.

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