Does the air pocket in a egg get smaller as the egg ages?

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2026-07-26 12:40

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Yes, the air pocket in an egg does get larger as the egg ages. As eggs age, moisture and air seep through the porous shell, causing the egg's contents to shrink and the air cell to expand. This is why older eggs tend to float in water tests, as the increased size of the air pocket makes them less dense.

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