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**Title:** Blending Gumballs Experiment

**Summary:**

* Experimenters blend large quantities of gumballs (initially 10, then 500) in a powerful blender to observe the outcome.
* The gumballs are reduced to a fine, kinetic sand-like powder, which is then tasted, revealing an intense, sweet flavor.
* Additional experiments involve:
+ Adding water to the powdered gumballs, creating a "wet gum" consistency.
+ Blending pre-chewed gumballs, which proves challenging due to the excessive sugar content.
+ Removing the sugar-coated shells from the gumballs before chewing and blending, making the process slightly easier.
* The final blend, approximately 500 gumballs with water, is showcased as a "chewed gum smoothie."

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1. **Experiment setup**: A blender was used to experiment with gumballs.
2. **Gumball quantity**: Initially, 10 gumballs were used, later increased to 500.
3. **Gumball composition**:
* Thin candy coating on the outside for color and flavor.
* A gummy bit with a little air in the middle.
* 10 calories per gumball.
* First three ingredients: different types of sugar.
* Contains a gum base, similar to rubber from a rubber tree.
4. **Blending results**:
* 10 gumballs blended into a fine powder with specks of color.
* 500 gumballs reduced to a powder resembling kinetic sand.
5. **Adding water**:
* Adding water created a mixture similar to wet, chewed gum.
* The mixture had a strong gum ball smell.
6. **Taste tests**:
* The powder with specks of color had an intense sugar taste.
* The wet gumball mixture tasted like concentrated gum.
7. **Pre-chewed gum experiment**:
* Attempted to blend pre-chewed gum (up to 500 gumballs).
* Found it challenging due to excessive sugar.
8. **Shell removal experiment**:
* Removed candy-coated shells from gumballs using hot water.
* This made the gum less colorful but easier to chew.
9. **Blender performance**:
* The blender struggled with 500 gumballs, experiencing overload.
* Adding hot water helped, but the motor showed signs of overheating.
10. **Final result**: Created a "chewed gum smoothie" with approximately 500 gumballs and a little water.