From Lab Accident to Kitchen Staple: 30 Surprising Facts About Teflon’s Journey (And Why Scientists Are Worried)

5. Teflon Is Incredibly Slippery

What makes Teflon so unique? PTFE is one of the slipperiest materials on Earth, boasting an extremely low coefficient of friction—meaning almost nothing sticks to it. This scientific superpower is why eggs glide off nonstick pans and why Teflon is prized in countless industrial applications. (Source: Live Science)