this symbolism has to mean something

Ok, rewatching & trying to pay attention to smaller details. Egg being split 8 ways, this cartoon pipe with 8 offshoots.. all within the first 5mins of this episode. I have what I think are some solid theories going. Most revolving around reproducing/procreation. I could be reaching but this caught my eye. How many times can one consciousness be severed before it breaks?