PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A tiny kernel of popcorn has a lot of science packed into it. It is a staple snack for movies, and tons of kernels have been popped and enjoyed, but how does one, hard kernel ...

To pop corn, I prefer a stovetop method. Put 2 tablespoons of canola oil and 3 unpopped kernels in a 4-quart, heavy-bottomed pot, cover and heat over medium-high heat until the first kernel pops.

Why does steam come out when you first open a container of hot popcorn? Be extra careful when opening a bag, foil dome, or even removing the lid off a pot of freshly made popcorn! Why? The water vapor ...

Have you ever wondered about the physical science of popping corn? What makes a corn kernel pop into a light and fluffy flake? Scientists have studied popcorn in the lab and their findings have been ...