There are only 94 different types of atoms that occur naturally in the world. The first 11 kinds of atoms (also called elements) are called hydrogen, helium, lithium, beryllium, boron, carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, fluorine, neon and sodium.
Cover the saucepan and turn the burner to medium-high so the water continues to boil gently. Steam the squash until you can easily pierce the squash with a fork or the tip of a knife. Thin slices or small chunks generally steam in 4 to 5 minutes, while a whole squash may take 10 to 12 minutes.Remove the steamer basket.over the saucepan and turn the burner to medium-high so the water continues to boil gently. Steam the squash until you can easily pierce the squash with a fork or the tip of a knife. Thin slices or small chunks generally steam in 4 to 5 minutes, while a whole squash may take 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the steamer basket.
Once it does, reduce the heat so the water is still rolling but not at full force -- the University of Maine says medium-low heat should work -- and cover the pot. Let the squash cook for at least 25 minutes, though it may take up to 40 minutes before itâs as soft as you want.