JAMB Chemistry 2010 Question 14

Question 14

Water

Substances employed as drying agents are usually

  1. A.amphoteric
  2. B.hygroscopic
  3. C.efflorescent
  4. D.acidic
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Answer: B (hygroscopic)

Explanation

Hygroscopic substances absorb moisture from the air, which is what a drying agent must do.