Chemistryeasy · Past Paper
Carbon dioxide is used in soda water to give it a:
ASweet taste
BBitter taste
CSharp, tangy taste
DSalty taste
✓ Correct Answer: C — Sharp, tangy taste
When CO2 dissolves in water, it forms carbonic acid, which provides the characteristic tangy or 'fizzy' taste to aerated drinks.
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