Do Boiled Eggs Spin Longer Than Unboiled Ones?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around whether boiled eggs spin longer than unboiled eggs, exploring the underlying reasons for any differences in spinning duration. The scope includes conceptual reasoning and comparisons to similar physical phenomena.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that the spinning behavior can be understood through the analogy of a bottle of water, where the movement of the fluid inside affects the spinning duration.
  • Another participant notes that the energy loss due to viscous motion in the liquid of a raw egg contributes to a quicker slowdown compared to a boiled egg.
  • It is mentioned that the method of spinning the egg can influence the outcome, indicating that the initial conditions matter.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present multiple viewpoints on the factors influencing the spinning duration of boiled versus unboiled eggs, and the discussion remains unresolved with no consensus reached.

Contextual Notes

Assumptions about the conditions of the spin, such as the force applied and the surface on which the eggs are spun, are not fully explored. The discussion does not clarify the definitions of "boiled" and "unboiled" in terms of specific cooking methods or times.

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Hello

i need some help.. boiled egg will rotate for long time or unboiled and why?I hope u people will help me out..Thanx
 
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It is easier to understand if u flip a bottle of water. The fluid will move inside and cause a bit of friction ( enough to stop it spinning after 1 or 2 turns). If u freeze the water in the bottle (plastic bottle might be better) and flip ( spin it) it will turn for a very long time. Same for the egg.
 
It depends on how you spin it up.
 
Energy is lost due to the viscose motion of the liquid in the raw egg, slowing it down faster.
 
Thanx Lok and other guyz for help...
 

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