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: CSharp, 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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