Question

When a soda can is dropped, it should not be immediately opened. Why?

Answer 1

Answer: C. The soda will squirt out because of increased agitation.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

When soda companies add carbon dioxide gas to a soda mixture, the water is very cold so it can hold a lot of gas. They also use pressure to put more gas in the water than it could normally hold at that temperature. But when a soda can warms up a bit or when the can is shaken, that extra gas is really ready to come out. So when you open up the can and release the pressure, splooosh!