Bound moisture is that liquid which exerts an equilibrium vapor pressure ________________ that of the pure liquid at the given temperature ?

Correct answer: A. Less than

  • A. Less than
  • B. More than
  • C. Equal to
  • D. Either A. or B.; depends on the solid

Explanation

Bound moisture is held by the solid through adsorption or capillary forces, so it has a lower escaping tendency than free liquid. Its equilibrium vapour pressure is therefore less than that of the pure liquid at the same temperature.

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