Is soda heterogeneous or homogeneous?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to determine whether soda is a heterogeneous or homogeneous mixture. We will identify the characteristics of both types of mixtures to classify soda correctly.
Answer
Unopened soda is homogeneous; opened soda is heterogeneous.
The final answer is that unopened soda is a homogeneous mixture while opened soda is a heterogeneous mixture.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that unopened soda is a homogeneous mixture while opened soda is a heterogeneous mixture.
More Information
An unopened soda maintains a uniform composition, thereby making it a homogeneous mixture. However, once it is opened, the introduction of gas bubbles makes it a heterogeneous mixture.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume soda's classification remains the same whether open or closed. The state (opened or unopened) changes its classification.
Sources
- Examples of Mixtures - ThoughtCo - thoughtco.com
- Classify each of the following as a homogeneous or heterogeneous mixture - BYJU's - byjus.com
