What Happens to Solubles in a Soft Drink When Cooled?

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In summary, as temperature rises, solids become more soluble in water while gases become less soluble. If a soft drink with high concentrations of sugar and carbon dioxide is cooled down, gas bubbles may form and produce foam. Sugar may also precipitate out, but it is unclear due to the imprecise nature of the question. Water evaporation is not a likely outcome in this scenario.
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1. Temperature effects on Solubles

Alright, it's easy, but I'm not the brightest bulb and this question had me stumped. Choices in white are the ones I have a strong feeling of being wrong.

As temperature rises, solids generally become more soluble in water, but gases become less soluble. If a soft drink contains high concentrations of sugar and carbon dioxide, which of the following may be expected to happen if it is cooled down?


1. Sugar may precipitate out.
2. Gas bubbles may form and produce foam.
3. Water may evaporate rapidly.


  • A only
  • B only
  • A and B only
  • B and C only
  • A and C only
 
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I don't see a, b or c... only 1, 2 and 3. Is this a trick question?
 
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Maybe the question is imprecise. Possible thought is how does the sugar affect freezing point? Would sugar precipitate at the concentration used, or would the soft drink just freeze at its depressed freezing point?
 

What is solubility?

Solubility is the ability of a substance to dissolve in a particular solvent. It is usually expressed in terms of the amount of solute that can dissolve in a certain amount of solvent at a given temperature and pressure.

What factors affect solubility?

The factors that affect solubility include temperature, pressure, and the nature of the solute and solvent. Generally, as temperature and pressure increase, solubility also increases. The nature of the solute and solvent, such as their molecular structure, can also influence solubility.

What is the difference between a soluble and insoluble substance?

A soluble substance is one that is able to dissolve in a given solvent, while an insoluble substance is one that is not able to dissolve in that solvent. Soluble substances are often referred to as being “miscible”, while insoluble substances are referred to as being “immiscible”.

How can you determine if a substance is soluble or insoluble?

The solubility of a substance can be determined through experimentation. The substance is typically added to a solvent and observed to see if it dissolves or not. The amount of substance that can dissolve in a certain amount of solvent at a given temperature and pressure can also be measured.

What are some real-world applications of solubility?

Solubility is important in many fields, including chemistry, biology, and medicine. It is used in the production of various products, such as pharmaceuticals, cleaning agents, and food additives. It is also important in environmental studies, as it affects the movement and distribution of substances in water and soil.

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