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Which out of the following statements is not correct for anyhydrous calcium chloride ?A. It is prepared by heating hydrated calcium chloride above `533 K`B. It is used for drying alcohols and `NH_(3)`C. It is used as a dehydrating agent to control snow and ice on highway and pavementsD. When mixed in concrete, it gives quicker initial setting and improves its strength.

Answer» Correct Answer - B
Anhydrous `CaCl_(2)` is not used as dry alcohol as it forms `CaCl_(2).4C_(2)H_(5)OH` and also reacts with `NH_(3)`.


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