The egg steamer paradox

Why do we need to pour less water in an egg steamer prepare more eggs the same degree of doneness? We discuss physical processes at work electric and resolve this seeming paradox. demonstrate that main heat transfer mechanism from steam is due latent through condensation. This not only explains paradox, but also allows us estimate amount reduction. Comparing preparation time one for traditional boiling, eggshell temperature during steaming. describe device design provide further theoretical estimates experimental kitchen measurement data appealing experiment can be easily accomplished home.