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In countries nearer to polar region, the roads are sprinkled with `CaCl_2`. This is

A

To minimise the snow fall

B

To minimise pollution

C

To minimise the accumulation of dust on the road

D

To minimise the wear and tear of the roads

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`CaCl_(2)` acts as a non-volatile solute and results in depression in freezing point. Thus, snow fall is reduced and prevents blocking of roads in the polar region.
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