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It depends on the age of the egg. An older egg is likely to float as the air bubble in the egg hows larger as the egg dries out. This used to be a test for separating fresh from old eggs in general stores. Even a fresh egg (even though it doesn't float) will orient itself bubble end up in a pan of water.

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Why does an egg flout or sink in water?

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How do you know the egg will sink and water will float?

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Does an egg sink or float when placed in water as a test to determine its freshness?

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