Does flour and powdered sugar dissolve in water?

Flour and powdered sugar both have different compositions and different solubilities in water. Here's a breakdown:

Flour:

- Flour is a powder made from finely ground grains, typically wheat.

- It contains various components such as starch, protein (gluten), and fiber.

- Starch is a complex carbohydrate that makes up the majority of flour.

- Starch is insoluble in cold water but swells and forms a gel when heated in water.

- The protein in flour, gluten, forms a network when mixed with water, giving dough its elasticity and structure.

- Fiber in flour is also insoluble in water and contributes to the texture of baked goods.

Therefore, flour does not dissolve in water but rather forms a suspension where starch granules and other components are dispersed in water without fully dissolving.

Powdered Sugar:

- Powdered sugar, also known as confectioner's sugar, is a finely ground granulated sugar that contains cornstarch or another anti-caking agent to prevent clumping.

- Powdered sugar is highly soluble in water.

- Sucrose, the main component of powdered sugar, is highly water-soluble and readily dissolves when mixed with water.

- The cornstarch in powdered sugar is also soluble in hot water, but it swells and thickens when heated.

So, powdered sugar dissolves completely in water, forming a clear and sweet liquid.