The delightful field of Oreology studies the fluid physics of the creme inside Oreo cookies – how it deforms, flows, and ultimately fractures, leading to separation of the cookie into two pieces.
That’s right, scientists are now looking into how biscuit makers can engineer the perfect twist.
Explainer: Welcome to Oreology
On this episode of Huh? Science Explained, Imma Perfetto looks at how Oreos work.
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Originally published by Cosmos as The science of Oreos
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