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What happens when eggshells are soaked in vinegar?
The acetic acid in the vinegar will react with the calcium carbonate in the eggshell, and the eggshell will react and become soft.

The basic component of eggshell is calcium carbonate, the content is about 95% to 98%, and the rest is protein. The main component of vinegar is acetic acid, which is more acidic than carbonic acid. Therefore, calcium carbonate on the surface of eggshell will decompose to produce bubbles when it meets acetic acid, which will lead to the destruction of eggshell structure and the softening of eggs.