Does Sugar Change When Heated? A Look at Caramelization
                                
                                
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                                According to food scientists, table sugar (sucrose) does not simply melt like ice but instead undergoes a series of complex chemical reactions when heated, fundamentally changing its composition. This transformative process is known as caramelization, which alters the sugar's flavor, color, and aroma.