may see a more prominent chalaza in a very fresh egg.
The word “chalaza” comes from the Greek word khalaza, meaning “hailstone,” referring to its appearance.
Why You Probably Never Noticed It Before
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Why You Probably Never Noticed It Before
If this is the first time you’ve noticed a chalaza, you’re definitely not alone. Many people rarely pay attention to it because:
- They crack eggs directly into a hot pan. The egg white quickly becomes opaque, making the chalaza much harder to notice.
- They scramble
