When popcorn kernels are heated, the kinetic energy of the heat causes the moisture inside the kernel to turn into steam. As the temperature rises, the pressure from the steam builds up within the hard outer shell of the kernel. Eventually, the pressure becomes too great, causing the kernel to explode and transform into fluffy popcorn. This transformation is a perfect example of how heat energy can convert kinetic energy into mechanical energy, resulting in a delicious snack.
Write me a 4-5 sentence about how kinetic energy heat energy can make popcorn pop
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