Beruflich Dokumente
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NCW 2014
The Sweet Side of Chemistry!
Candy
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What is candy?
and
Crystalline Solid:
example-chocolate
(crystalline cocoa butter)
Amorphous Solid:
example-hard candy
(sucrose solution)
vs.
• Flammability
• Caramelization
• Color change
• Gas production
$2,000
$1,500
in millions
$1,000
$500
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Positive Effects
• Peppermint and mint candies can soothe upset stomachs
• Dark chocolate can help reduce risk of heart disease
• Mint-flavored gum can increase short-term memory
• One study suggested candy consumers lived longer than non-consumers
Negative Effects
• Cavities
• Obesity
• Choking
• Diabetes