Soda Geysers and Reactions

Soda Geysers and Reactions

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Science, Chemistry, Physics

6th - 10th Grade

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Jackson Turner

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The MythBusters explore the popular soda and candy experiment, investigating the role of CO2 in creating a geyser effect. They compare different sodas to determine which produces the highest reaction and attempt to build a soda-powered rocket. Despite challenges, they achieve a new height record using salt. The episode concludes with a hydrogen can explosion experiment, highlighting the fun and educational aspects of these experiments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of the MythBusters' experiment with soda and candies?

To test if the geyser effect occurs

To determine the correct explanation for the geyser effect

To create a new type of soda

To find the best candy for the experiment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does CO2 play in the soda and candy reaction?

It acts as a sweetener

It is responsible for the fizziness and reaction

It makes the soda taste better

It changes the color of the soda

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the diet cola produce a higher geyser than plain soda water?

It has more sugar

It contains additional ingredients that enhance the reaction

It is colder than soda water

It is shaken more vigorously

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial challenge faced by the MythBusters when attempting to create a soda-powered rocket?

The soda bottles were too small

The candies melted too quickly

The rocket was too heavy for the thrust produced

The soda was too flat

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the new focus after the rocket attempts failed?

To use a different type of bottle

To find a new soda brand

To achieve the maximum height with the geyser

To create a new type of candy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the highest recorded geyser height achieved by the MythBusters?

34 feet

23 feet

29 feet

18 feet

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What alternative to candies did Jamie consider for the geyser experiment?

Sugar

Vinegar

Salt

Baking soda

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