Which Freezes First: Water, OJ, Milk?

Most recent answer: 01/28/2011

Q:
Given all temps and variables are the same, which freezes first, water, orange juice or whole milk? And why? My research has given conflicting answers.
- Sean (age 11)
Evans, GA
A:
Hi Sean-

Did your research include putting similar glasses of these in your freezer and checking when they freeze? That's the best way to find out. Be sure to try it a few times, trading which liquid goes where in the freezer, since freezers are usually a little uneven.

When you've got that answer, come on back here to find out our explanation. You can probably find it in our old answers by searching.

Mike W.

(published on 01/28/2011)