Riddle

What makes a loud noise when changing its jacket, becomes larger but weighs less?

Choose an answer

A.Toasted bread
B.A rice cake
C.A marshmallow
D.Popcorn
Hint: It's a word with 7 letters, starting with "P".

Answer

Popcorn

Why this is the answer

Popcorn kernels burst loudly out of their hulls ("jacket"), expand much larger in volume, and lose a little weight as moisture turns to steam and escapes.

This riddle is filed under Food Riddles and rated Medium.

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