Why do colored freezy pops turn clear when left outside in the cold?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the phenomenon of colored freezy pops turning clear when left outside in extremely cold temperatures. Participants explore potential reasons for this change in appearance, considering factors such as temperature and exposure to sunlight.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that their freezy pops remain colored even when frozen, suggesting that the temperature may play a role in the observed color change.
  • Another participant expresses confusion about the lack of responses to their scientific inquiry compared to other threads, indicating a perceived disparity in engagement.
  • There is a humorous remark about the interest level of different topics, implying that the color change may not be as captivating as other discussions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the reasons behind the color change, and multiple viewpoints regarding the phenomenon are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of detailed scientific explanation for the color change and the dependence on specific conditions such as temperature and sunlight exposure.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the physical properties of food items, the effects of temperature on materials, or those curious about color perception in different states of matter may find this discussion relevant.

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So this last winter, my roommates and I left a bunch of freezy pops outside to get cold fast (the temp was -20F). They were in clear plastic and may have been exposed to the sun.

After about a day, we went to pick them up, and they had all turned clear. They stayed clear even when brought to warmer temps. Why might this be?
 
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No idea. My freezy pops stay colored even when frozen. But I don't freeze mine to -20 either.
 
Why is it that a thread called "what is time?" got hundreds of replies, when my legitimate scientific inquiry gets one? :cry:
 
KingNothing said:
Why is it that a thread called "what is time?" got hundreds of replies, when my legitimate scientific inquiry gets one? :cry:

It's more interesting? :wink:
 

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