What are deliquescent salts?

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Deliquescent salts
Some anhydrous (without water) substances have a strong attraction for water molecules.
When exposed to air, deliquescent salt absorbs moisture and forms a saturated solution.
Example of Deliquescent salts
Calcium chloride $({CaCl}_{2})$ , Zinc chloride $({ZnCl}_{2})$ are examples of deliquescent salts.

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