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What is de- icing agents?How does it work?

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A de- icing agent is a substance which prevents the formation of ice.For example: NaCl is a de – icing agent as it lowers the freezing point of water so that it doesnot freeze to form ice under a particular temperature range. Therefore, it is used to clear snow from roads.


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