“Why Does Soda Fizz? The Science Behind Carbonation”
That refreshing pop and tingle of soda comes from carbon dioxide (CO2) dissolved under pressure. Here’s how it works:
Bottling Process: CO₂ gas is forced into cold liquid (it dissolves better at low temps).
When You Open It: Pressure drops, and CO₂ escapes as bubbles—a process called nucleation (why ice or scratches in a glass make it fizz more!).
Fun Fact: The average soda has 2.5–3.5 volumes of CO₂—that’s enough gas to inflate a balloon!
