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The Invention of Cotton Candy, Part 1

Stuff To Blow Your Mind

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The Sweet Science of Cotton Candy

This chapter explores the etymology and cultural significance of 'floss' in relation to cotton candy, linking it to childhood memories and fair traditions. It delves into the science of candy-making, emphasizing the importance of temperature in the creation of sugar syrup and the fascinating transformation of sugar. Additionally, the chapter connects the whimsical nature of cotton candy to its use in cinema as breakaway glass for stunts.

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