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When we open a bottle of soda or champagne, a white cloud raises briefly. Based on thermodynamics, why does it happen?
To avoid an explosion, make sure the bottle is chilled and open it slowly. Twist the bottle, not the cork, and gently ease the cork out while keeping a firm grip on the bottle. This will release the pressure slowly and prevent any sudden bursts.
When a bottle is opened, the carbon dioxide gas that is dissolved in the liquid is released. If the bottle is shaken or has been stored at a warm temperature, this gas can become trapped and cause the beverage to foam up when opened.
No, a regular bottle opener is not suitable for opening a bottle of soda or champagne. These beverages are under pressure and require a specific technique to open safely. Using a regular bottle opener can result in the bottle exploding or the cork flying out too quickly.
A properly opened bottle of soda or champagne will have a gentle hiss of gas escaping and a small amount of foam at the top. The liquid should not overflow or spray out of the bottle. If this happens, the bottle was opened too quickly and may have lost some of its carbonation.
It is not recommended to reseal an opened bottle of soda or champagne. These beverages are best consumed immediately after opening to prevent them from going flat. If you must save the remainder for later, you can use a specialized champagne stopper or a cork to seal the bottle, but it may not maintain its carbonation for very long.