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The s-block Elements — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryThe s-block Elements1 Mark
Question
Explain, why pallets of sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide become wet when exposed to air.
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Answer

Both sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide are highly deliquescent. It absorbs moisture from air and changes into solution (after sometime).

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