The real reason cheese is yellow
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DownloadThis is a story about a lie that we've been told
our whole lives.
It's a story about marketing,
economics, science and biology.
And most importantly, It's about why a lot of cheese is orange.
Cheesemaking basically starts here.
I know it seems like we're starting
a little bit early on in the process, but
hang in there with me.
animals like cows.
buffalo, goats, sheep
They naturally eat grass,
which gives them the nutrients they need to produce milk.
and that milk gets turned into cheese.
That is one vascular utter by the way.
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Key Vocabulary (13)
Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
To feel a strong affection for someone, such as a family member or partner. It also means to have a very great interest in or pleasure from an activity or thing.
Milk is a white liquid produced by female mammals, such as cows and goats, used as food by humans. It is commonly consumed as a drink or used as an ingredient in various recipes like cereal, coffee, and cakes.
"The milk is important."
A solid food made from the pressed curds of milk, often flavored and aged. It is a common dairy product used in sandwiches, pizzas, and many cooked dishes around the world.
"The cheese is important."
Yellow is a bright color like the sun or a ripe lemon. It is one of the primary colors and is often associated with happiness, energy, and warmth.
"The yellow is important."
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"animals like cows, buffalo, goats, sheep They naturally eat grass"
"we're starting a little bit early on in the process"
"why a lot of cheese is orange"
"If you love Vox content... then you should know about our membership program."
"This is a story about a lie that we've been told our whole lives."
"I've been filming all day and haven't had a chance to have a snack."
"a lie that we've been told our whole lives"
"Just hold on one second"
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