Shahab, Areesha
Carbonic Acid H2CO3 Type of compound: Acid
Carbonic Acid is a weak acid agent found in many day to day things. One example of its use is in carbonated drinks such as soda, wine, and beer. That is why people see fizzy bubbles when they drink soda. Another way this compound is used in fermented foods as well. It its also in cleaning products because it breaks down minerals.
http://greencleaningproductsllc.com/mythbuster-science-of-cleaning-cleaning-with-coca-cola-effective-green-cleaning-products/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/518567-carbonic-acid-in-foods/
the reaction it creates in drinks is cool
ReplyDeleteWho knew that we actually drank acids?!!? Very cool!
ReplyDeleteI never knew carbonic acid was the reason behind the bubbles in pop! That's interesting!
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