Which one of the following can be used as a drying agent?

Calcium carbonate

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Sodium Carbonate

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Sodium bicarbonate

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Calcium oxide

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Solution

The correct option is D Calcium oxide
Calcium oxide can be used as a drying agent. It is a white amorphous solid which can absorb moisture.When water is added to calcium oxide it absorbs water and forms slaked lime.

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