When sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) decahydrate loses its wa...
When sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) decahydrate loses its water of crystallization to the atmosphere, the process is?
deliquescence
efflorescence
hygroscopic
effervesecence
Correct answer is B
efflorescence, spontaneous loss of water by a hydrated salt, e.g Sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) decahydrate Na2CO3.10H2O) also known as washing soda