Question

Which explains why a soft drink bubbles when the cap is released?
A. The gas becomes less soluble when temperature decreases.
B. The gas becomes more soluble when temperature decreases.
C. The gas becomes less soluble when pressure decreases.
D. The gas becomes more soluble when pressure decreases

Answer 1

Explanation:

Soda water, like other carbonated beverages, contains carbon dioxide that has dissolved under pressure. When the pressure is released by opening the soda container, the liquid cannot hold as much carbon dioxide, so the excess bubbles out of the solution.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Soda water, like other carbonated beverages, contains carbon dioxide that has dissolved under pressure. When the pressure is released by opening the soda container, the liquid cannot hold as much carbon dioxide, so the excess bubbles out of the solution.