As a food science enthusiast with a keen interest in the properties of various confections, I can provide you with an informed answer to your question about the dissolution time of a Skittle in water.

The time it takes for a Skittle to dissolve in water can vary depending on several factors, including the temperature of the water, the size and shape of the Skittle, and the specific formulation of the candy's ingredients. Generally, Skittles are designed to be resistant to water, which is why they often sink in water and do not dissolve quickly. However, if you were to leave a Skittle in a glass of water at room temperature, it might start to show signs of dissolving after a few hours, but it could take much longer to fully dissolve, potentially up to 24 hours or more.

It's important to note that the candy's sugar content and any waxy coatings or sugar shells can affect the rate at which it dissolves. Additionally, the process might be sped up by using warmer water or by breaking the Skittle into smaller pieces before placing it in water.

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After about two minutes in, the Skittle had lost its outer coating. After about 13 minutes about half of the Skittle had dissolved. After about 25 minutes of sitting in the water, the Skittle had completely dissolved. It was the first of the candies to dissolve in the water.read more >>