Solubility Science: How Much is Too Much?

What happens to sugar when it is added to tea and dissolves?

• It disappears completely

• It changes from its solid form into a dissolved form in a process called chemical dissolution

• It becomes a gas

• It forms a layer at the bottom of the tea

What is the result of sugar dissolving in tea?

• A tea-sugar mixture where sugar molecules are uniformly distributed

• A tea with sugar crystals floating on top

• A tea that changes color

• A tea that becomes less sweet

What is the key concept being explored in the "Solubility Science: How Much is Too Much?" activity?

• The boiling point of liquids

• The freezing point of water

• The solubility of compounds in solutions

• The pH level of tea

What type of water is recommended for the experiment to ensure solubility values match published values?

• Tap water

• Distilled water

• Sea water

• Mineral water

How many 8 oz. glasses or cups are required for the experiment?

• 4

• 6

• 8

• 10

What is the purpose of using a marker in the prep work?

• To measure the quantity of each compound

• To label the cups with each compound's name

• To write down the observations

• To mark the water level in each cup

Which of the following is an optional item listed for the experiment?

• Scale

• Marker

• Thermometer

• Measuring spoon

How much table sugar (cane sugar) is needed for the experiment?

• 20 g

• 50 g

• 150 g

• 250 g

How much baking soda is required to be measured into the "baking soda" cup according to the instructions?

• 50 grams

• 20 grams

• 150 grams

• 250 grams

What is the quantity of table salt to be measured into the "table salt" cup?

• 20 grams

• 50 grams

• 150 grams

• 250 grams