Anhydrous CaCl2 absorbs air moisture to form a solution. What is this property called?
ADeliquescence
BSublimation
CEfflorescence
DHydrolysis
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Deliquescence
Taking up enough water vapour to dissolve in it is called deliquescence.
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