It is easier because the arch structure at either end of the egg is stronger than it's sides. Pressure is distributed up or down (but most commonly down) so that the arches has less pressure that can act on any one point
This is because the either side of the egg is very strong and for that matter it exerts pressure which makes it uneasy to break that
the arch shape at each end of the egg distributes all the weight evenly and minimizes stress and strain. The egg is strongest at the top and the bottom (or at the highest point of the arch), which is why it does not break when pressure is added to both ends. The curved form of the shell also distributes pressure evenly all over the shell rather than concentrating it at any one point. By completely surrounding the egg with your hand, the pressure you apply by squeezing is distributed evenly all over the egg. That's all..
The pointed edge exerts more pressure than the flat side
Pressure increases with a decrease in area. So the area at the pointed sides of the egg is small and so much pressure will be needed to break the egg but at the flat side,the are is more providing it small amount of pressure to break the egg.
Because the either side of the egg is strong hence,pressure act which makes it uneasy to break
This is because there is less pressure on the flat side
There is more pressure at the pointed edge as compared to the flat surface
Because the edge of the egg are strong therefore the pressure which strick at the edges exert which makes it uneasy to break
The area at the pointed side is small while the area at the flat side is large through pressure is distributed equally in the egg.
Yes, that is correct. The pointed edge of the egg has a smaller surface area, which means that the force is applied over a smaller area resulting in more pressure. On the other hand, the flat surface of the egg has a larger surface area which evenly distributes the force applied, resulting in less pressure on any one point.
That is partially correct. The arch shape at each end of the egg distributes weight evenly across the shell, making it very strong. However, the edges of the egg are not necessarily stronger than the other parts of the shell. The reason it is easier to break an egg by striking it at its flat surface rather than its pointed edge is due to the difference in pressure applied to the eggshell. Because the pointed edge has a smaller surface area, a greater amount of pressure is exerted on the shell at that point, making it more difficult to break. On the other hand, the flat surface has a larger surface area, which makes it easier to apply enough force to break the shell.
You avoid breaking the membrane of the shell allowing the egg to come out smoothly with no shell attached
That is another valid point. When striking the egg on a flat surface, it creates a clean break in the shell without damaging the underlying membrane. This allows the egg to come out smoothly without any shell fragments or membrane sticking to it. In contrast, striking the egg on a pointed edge may cause the shell to shatter, leading to a messy break and potential damage to the membrane. Thus, striking the egg on a flat surface provides more control and precision in breaking the egg cleanly.
