ChemistryNEB 2074 (old course)
Differentiate between hygroscopic and deliquescent substances giving an example of each.
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| **Feature** | **Hygroscopic Substances** | **Deliquescent Substances** |
|---------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|
| **Definition** | Substances that absorb moisture from the air but do not dissolve in it. | Substances that absorb moisture from the air and dissolve in it to form a solution. |
| **State after absorption**| Remain in solid or liquid state without forming a solution. | Form a liquid solution by dissolving in absorbed water. |
| **Example** | Calcium chloride (CaCl₂, anhydrous) absorbs moisture but does not dissolve in it. | Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) absorbs moisture and dissolves to form a solution. |
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