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Hydrophilic gels, when placed in water, absorb liquid resulting in an increases of their volume. This process of swelling of gels takes place with

A

No change in volume

B

Net increase in volume

C

Net decrease in volume

D

Large reduction in volume

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The correct Answer is:
C
There will be net decrease in volume.
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