Eggs
- Eggs come in different sizes. Some are tiny, and some are large.
- They have different shapes too. Some are more round, and some are more oval.
- Some eggs have spotted patterns and some do not.
- Most of the chicken eggs we eat are unfertilized.
- Typical chicken eggs are white, brown, or shades of blue and green.
Parts of an egg
An egg has a thin hard shell that protects the embryo. Inside the shell is the yolk (yellow), which is surrounded by the albumen (white). The embryo is a tiny white dot on the egg yolk that will later become a chick. The egg yolk provides food while the egg white provides water and extra cushioning for the embryo.
Click here for more detailed information about different parts of the egg!
Click here for more detailed information about different parts of the egg!
How do eggs hatch into baby chicks?
Eggs are often kept in an incubator for 21 days until they hatch into baby chicks. Click here to learn more about how an incubator works!
How does a Chick develop inside the egg?
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