Deliquescence
Deliquescence: Overview
In this topic, we will learn in detail about the deliquescence process. This process involves the absorption of water from the atmosphere. We will also study the difference between deliquescence and hygroscopy.
Important Questions on Deliquescence
Which of these is used as a desiccant?
Which of the following substance can be used to detect moisture in its proximity?
Magnesium chloride when exposed to moisture absorbs it and forms an aqueous solution. This type of substance is a:
Which factor affects the deliquescent nature of a substance?
Why is magnesium chloride considered deliquescent?
What happens to deliquescent substances over time in humid conditions?
What is the critical relative humidity of sodium hydroxide?
Which industry uses deliquescent salts to maintain product quality?
How does calcium chloride's deliquescent property help in road de-icing?
Which deliquescent substance is used in desiccators?
Why do deliquescent substances form solutions?
What makes potassium hydroxide a deliquescent substance?
What is the significance of deliquescent substances in industrial processes?
What is the role of deliquescent substances in controlling humidity?
Which of the following is NOT a deliquescent substance?
What happens when a deliquescent substance reaches its critical relative humidity?
Why are deliquescent substances often stored in airtight containers?
Which of these is an example of a deliquescent salt?
Which property distinguishes deliquescent substances from hygroscopic substances?
What is the primary condition for a substance to undergo deliquescence?
