Which of the following substance is used...

Which of the following substance is used as dehydrating agent in laboratory

A

Calcium chloride

B

Sodium chloride

C

Sodium carbonate

D

Potassium nitrate

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A

`CaCl_(2)` because it is hygroscopic.

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