Why Does Powdered Sugar Dissolve in Water More Rapidly Than

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why does powdered sugar dissolve in water more rapidly than a sugar cube?

• A)greater surface area of the powder
• B)more kinetic energy in the powdered sample
• C)greater concentration in the sugar cube
• D)greater density of the sugar cube

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