Why strawberries feel soft in sugar syrup solution?

Strawberries feel soft in sugar syrup due to the osmotic process called osmosis. When strawberries are placed in sugar syrup, the high concentration of sugar outside the fruit draws water out of the strawberry cells, leading to a loss of turgor pressure. This results in the breakdown of the cell walls and softening of the fruit. Additionally, the sugar can also alter the texture by affecting the pectin in the cell walls, further contributing to the softening effect.