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Post-UTME Chemistry 2010 Objective — Question 2

Question 2 of 11 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Chemistry 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The loss of water of crystallization to the atmosphere by some crystalline salts is known as....

  • A. EfflorescenceCorrect
  • B. effervescence
  • C. Deliquescence
  • D. Phosphorescence

Explanation

Efflorescence is the loss of water of crystallization from a hydrated salt exposed to air.

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