You can tell if an egg is good or fresh by using several simple methods: 1. Float Test:
Place the egg gently in a bowl of cold water.

• If it sinks and lies flat on its side, the egg is very fresh.
• If it sinks but stands upright or tilts, it is older but still safe to eat soon.
• If it floats, the egg is old and should be discarded because air has built up inside, making it less dense than water

2. Check the Shell:
Inspect the eggshell for cracks, dirt, or sliminess. A good egg has a clean, smooth shell without cracks or powdery spots (which could indicate mold). Avoid eggs with damaged shells as bacteria can enter through cracks

. 3. Smell Test:
Fresh eggs have little to no odor. If you detect a strong sulfur or rotten smell when cracking the egg, it is spoiled and should be discarded

. 4. Visual Inspection of Yolk and White:
Crack the egg onto a clean plate. A fresh egg will have a firm, bright yellow or orange yolk and thick, slightly opaque egg white. Watery whites, flat yolks, or unusual colors (green, pink, blue) indicate the egg is not good

. 5. Shake Test (Optional):
Hold the egg close to your ear and gently shake it. If you hear liquid sloshing inside, the egg is old. This test is less reliable alone and should be combined with others

. Using these methods helps ensure you consume fresh eggs and avoid foodborne illnesses like Salmonella