Concept explainers
Interpretation:
From the given options, which is not the physical property of table sugar is to be determined.
Concept introduction:
The physical property depends on the color, state, and odor of the substance.
Answer to Problem 4STP
Correct Answer: The correct option is (c).
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option: When the table sugar is heated it breakdown into its constituent like glucose and fructose. Sugar does not form water on the heating process. Hence this is a correct option.
Reasons for incorrect options:
Option (a) Table sugar found in a solid-state at room temperature hence this is the property of the sugar. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
Option (b) Color of the table sugar is white. The appearance of table sugar is crystal. This is a characteristic feature of the sugar. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
Option (d) Taste is sugar-sweet, which is the special property of the sugar. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
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