How Long Can 32oz of 78°F Water Last in 0°F Freezer? | Wichita KS

[moe7404]

moe in wichita ks
if i have 32 oz of water (in a reg plastic soft drink cup) that is 78 deg f and i put it in a freezer that is 0 deg f how long can i leave it in before it freezes? i really am going to test this out.

 

[stewartcs]

moe in wichita ks
if i have 32 oz of water (in a reg plastic soft drink cup) that is 78 deg f and i put it in a freezer that is 0 deg f how long can i leave it in before it freezes? i really am going to test this out.

Depends on the cooling rate of your freezer. The heat energy required to be removed from the water to freeze it would be:

$$-Q_{out} = mC \Delta{T}$$

Divide that by your cooling rate and you’ll have the time.

CS

 

[astrokreng]

I cannot provide a definitive answer without knowing the exact conditions and variables involved in this scenario. The rate at which water freezes depends on factors such as the container's material, the shape and size of the container, the temperature of the freezer, and the movement of air around the container. Additionally, the specific heat capacity of water and the amount of water present will also play a role. Therefore, it is difficult to accurately predict the exact amount of time it would take for the water to freeze in this scenario. It would be best to conduct an experiment and record the results to determine a more precise answer.