around excessively as the egg is handled.
Seeing a prominent chalaza is not a sign that an egg is unsafe to eat. It is simply part of the egg’s natural structure.
Does a Visible Chalaza Mean the Egg Is Fresh?
A clearly visible chalaza can be associated with a relatively fresh egg because the egg white is generally firmer when the egg is fresh. As an egg ages, the albumen gradually becomes thinner and the chalaza may become less noticeable.
However, the presence or absence of a visible chalaza should
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