Why should carbonated beverages be kept cold?

Question

A.
Decreased temperature keeps gases like carbon dioxide dissolved.
B.
Decreased surface area keeps gases like carbon dioxide dissolved.
C.
Increased agitation keeps gases like carbon dioxide dissolved.
D.
Increased surface area keeps gases like carbon dioxide dissolved.
E.
There is no benefit to keeping the beverage cold.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: A. Decreased temperature keeps gases like carbon dioxide dissolved.

Keeping carbonated beverages cold helps maintain the solubility of carbon dioxide in the liquid. Lower temperatures increase the solubility of gases, meaning that the carbon dioxide is less likely to escape from the liquid, which keeps the beverage fizzy and enjoyable.