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Diet coke has a lower density than water, but a higher density. As a result, the weight of the Coke can is less than the buoyant force acting on it if fully submerged. Diet Coke, on the other hand, floats due to the buoyant force equaling the can's weight.
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Both products have a lower density than water because they include gas (carbonation).
Each product's sweetener has a different effect. A significant amount of sugar (or another sweetener, such as high-fructose corn syrup) has been dissolved in the Coke
, causing it to have a higher density than water. Diet Coke is sweetened with a low-calorie sweetener that has a lower density than the Coke sweetener. The density of Diet Coke (including the can) is still lower than that of water. As a result, the Diet Coke floats while the Coke sinks.
, causing it to have a higher density than water. Diet Coke is sweetened with a low-calorie sweetener that has a lower density than the Coke sweetener. The density of Diet Coke (including the can) is still lower than that of water. As a result, the Diet Coke floats while the Coke sinks.Unlock all Textbook Solutions
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Physics: Principles with Applications
7th Edition, 2013
Giancoli
ISBN: 9780321625922