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Question
Give reason for the following:
Anhydrous calcium chloride is used in a desiccator.
Solution
Desiccating agents are used to absorb moisture. Anhydrous calcium chloride (CaCl2) has the capacity of absorbing moisture as it is hygroscopic in nature. So, it is used in a desiccator.
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