What happens if you put a can of soda on stove?

If you place a sealed aluminum can of soda on a stove and heat it, the following could happen:

1. Pressure Build-up: As the can heats up, the liquid soda inside expands, causing a build-up in pressure.

2. Pop-top Release: The can i designed to withstand a certain amount of pressure. If the pressure exceeds this limit, the pop-top ( can tab) will lift or pop open, releasing some of the excess gas and liquid. This can create a sudden hiss or burst, and soda may spray out.

3. Can Bulging: If the pressure continues to increase and exceeds a higher threshold, the can may start to bulge or deform due to the immense internal force.

4. Rupture and Explosion: In extreme cases, the can may reach a point where it can no longer withstand the internal pressure. This could lead to a catastrophic rupture or explosion, causing the can to burst apart violently. The soda and can fragments could be ejected with considerable force, posing a safety hazard.

5. Fire: Depending on the type of stove and surrounding materials, there's a slight risk that the soda's sugar content could caramelize and catch fire if the stove is set to high heat for a long time.

Safety Precautions:

- Never intentionally heat sealed cans of soda or other beverages on a stove.

-Soda cans are designed to hold liquids under normal pressure and room temperature. Heating them on a stove can lead to unexpected and dangerous consequences.

- If you want to warm a beverage safely, it is best to pour the contents into a heat-resistant container meant for cooking and use the stovetop with appropriate temperature control.