Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry

Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry — practice question

In some countries, anhydrous calcium chloride is used as a drying agent to reduce dampness in houses. The anhydrous salt takes in enough water to produce the dihydrate $\text{CaCl}_2\cdot 2\text{H}_2\text{O}$. What is the percentage rise in mass?

  • A$14\%$
  • B$24\%$
  • C$32\%$
  • D$36\%$

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