Stinky Foods: 10 Weird Facts About the Century Egg

April 4, 2012

6. Sodium hydroxide is the primary catalyst in the physiochemical changes that occur in century eggs.

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Sodium hydroxide, which is formed in the paste or solution that coats the egg, causes the albumen and yolk to change color and consistency.

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nice post!!!

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