Exploded Hard-boiled Egg (IMAGE)

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Exploded Hard-boiled Egg

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If you have looked closely at a microwave's warnings or have experienced an accidental explosion, you know that certain foods pose a risk due to an increase in their internal pressure, and potatoes and hard-boiled eggs are among the most common culprits.

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