When NaOH pallets are left in the open air they acquire a fluid layer around each crystal asA. they start meltingB. they absorb moisture from airC. they react with air to form a liquid compoundD. they absorb `CO_(2)` from air.

When NaOH pallets are left in the open air they acquire a fluid layer

1.	When NaOH pallets are left in the open air they acquire a fluid layer around each crystal asA. they start meltingB. they absorb moisture from airC. they react with air to form a liquid compoundD. they absorb `CO_(2)` from air.
Answer» Correct Answer - B They absorb moisture from air because it is hygroscopic in nature.

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When NaOH pallets are left in the open air they acquire a fluid layer around each crystal asA. they start meltingB. they absorb moisture from airC. they react with air to form a liquid compoundD. they absorb `CO_(2)` from air.

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