When salt loses its water of crystallization to the atmosphere on exposure, the process is said to be?

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A. efflorescence
B. déliquescence
C. effervescence
D. fluorescence

Correct Answer:

Option A – efflorescence

Explanation

Efflorescence is a process of long exposure to the atmosphere which favors salt loss of water. Options B, C, D are not related to loss of water

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