Hey there! Imagine popcorn kernels as tiny little houses with a special surprise inside. Each kernel has a little bit of water stored up, and when we put them in the microwave, something magical happens.
When we heat the popcorn in the microwave, the water inside the kernel gets super excited and turns into steam. Now, just like when you blow up a balloon and it gets bigger and bigger, the steam inside the popcorn kernel wants to escape and make some room.
But here's the cool part: the popcorn kernel has a tough outer shell that can't stretch like a balloon. So, all that steam pressure builds up until it can't be contained anymore, and then... POP! The kernel bursts open, and out comes the fluffy, delicious popcorn that you love to watch.
So, it's like a little explosion of fun happening inside each kernel, turning it into the tasty popcorn you enjoy! Keep enjoying the show and the tasty popcorn magic!