The deliquescence is a property in which a solid
Correct answer: B. Absorbs moisture and turns into liquid
- A. Absorbs moisture and remains solid
- B. Absorbs moisture and turns into liquid
- C. Loses water of crystallization
- D. Increases the number of water of crystallization.
Explanation
Deliquescence is the absorption of moisture from the air by a solid until it dissolves in the absorbed water and forms a solution.In contrast, efflorescence is the opposite process where a hydrated solid loses water molecules to the surrounding air and becomes anhydrous.Options (a), (c), and (d) do not accurately describe the process of deliquescence.Therefore, the solid absorbs moisture and turns to liquid form when exhibiting deliquescence.
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