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Calcium chloride, a deliquescent salt, is used as a desiccant in laboratory desiccators to maintain a dry environment. Explain

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Deliquescence refers to the characteristic of exhibiting a water vapor pressure lesser than the surrounding air. This signifies that a deliquescent is used to absorb water. The calcium chloride is utilized as a desiccant as it is hygroscopic in nature and easily absorbs moisture from the surrounding areas and keeps the system dry.

CaCl2 + 2 H2O →Ca(OH)2 + 2HCl

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