Why do like 15 popcorn kernels not pop while the rest do?

Question

There’s gotta be a way…

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Answer 1

If there’s even a tiny leak in the shell that lets the pressure out, the kernel can never build up enough pressure to pop. Not every kernel is flawless, so there’s always going to be some duds. Remember it’s a plant not manufactured ammo (and even then, ammo has *some* duds too…)