The moist air becomes dry in the presence of silica gel. Give reason for this .

We often find small packets of silica gel in food packs leather and electronic goods . What property of silica gel is the reason for its extensive use ?

Silica gel is used as a/an

Assertion : Water acts as a catalyst. Reason : White phosphorus does not catch fire on heating in a atmosphere of perfectly dry air. the presence of moist air, it burns to form phosphorous pentoxide.

Silica gel is commonly used as :

PCl_3 fumes in moist air. Give reason.

Silica gel is commorbly used as :