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Which of the following substance is used as dehydrating agent in laboratory
Chemistrys Block ElementsJEE Main
Options:
  • A Calcium chloride
  • B Sodium chloride
  • C Sodium carbonate
  • D Potassium nitrate
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Calcium chloride
$\mathrm{CaCl}_2$ because it is hygroscopic

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