Does a chicken lay an egg that is not fertilized?

Yes, chickens lay eggs that are not fertilized. In fact, most of the eggs you buy at the grocery store are unfertilized.

Here's why:

* Natural Egg Production: Chickens are designed to lay eggs even without mating. This is because egg production is primarily driven by hormones.

* Fertilization: For an egg to become fertilized, a rooster must mate with the hen and sperm must reach the egg.

* Commercial Egg Production: Commercial farms raise hens specifically for egg production. These hens are typically kept separate from roosters, ensuring the eggs they lay remain unfertilized.

So, while chickens can lay fertilized eggs, most eggs are unfertilized, and that's perfectly normal.