Listen "Why Does Soda Fizz and Pop?"
Episode Synopsis
🫧 Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and a very sticky Ziggy as they dive into the explosive science of bubbles! After Ziggy’s "scientific" shaking experiment turns the recording studio into a grape soda volcano, the team investigates the mystery behind the fizz.
In this episode, Junior Scientists will discover:
The Secret Gas: Meet Carbon Dioxide (CO2), the invisible ingredient that gives soda its sparkle.
Nucleation Sites: Learn about the tiny "starting lines" where bubbles are born.
Bubble Glue: Why do some drinks have thick, fluffy foam while others just fizz and pop?
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Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: PS1.A – Structure and Properties of Matter.
In this episode, Junior Scientists will discover:
The Secret Gas: Meet Carbon Dioxide (CO2), the invisible ingredient that gives soda its sparkle.
Nucleation Sites: Learn about the tiny "starting lines" where bubbles are born.
Bubble Glue: Why do some drinks have thick, fluffy foam while others just fizz and pop?
Don't forget to sign up for our email list at orbitalowl.com to get useful science materials and fun activities delivered straight to your inbox!
Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: PS1.A – Structure and Properties of Matter.
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