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We often find small packets of sili...

We often find small packets of silica gel in food packs leather and electronic goods .
What are hygroscopic substances ?

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Certain substances , when exposed to the atmosphere at ordinary temperature absorb moisture without dissolving it . Hygroscopic substances do not change its state on exposure to air .
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