The functional genius behind the shape of your pasta
In short: Next time you choose a noodle, consider its design. This video explores how the specific shape of pasta is not just aesthetic, but serves a functional purpose.
Paola Antonelli, a senior curator at The Museum of Modern Art, explains that the shape of your noodle makes a difference to your dining experience. As part of the TED series 'Small Thing Big Idea', the presentation examines how everyday objects can be so perfectly designed that they change the world around them.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Why pasta comes in all shapes and sizes | Small Thing Big Idea, a TED series
- Also: Small Thing Big Idea | TED Series
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