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True or False. Zinc nitrate is a hygroscopic compound.

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Question

True or False.

Zinc nitrate is a hygroscopic compound.

True or False
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Solution

This statement is false.

Explanation:

According to standard chemistry properties, zinc nitrate is highly deliquescent rather than just hygroscopic. It absorbs enough atmospheric moisture to eventually dissolve completely and form a solution.

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Chapter 10: Study of Compounds: Nitric Acid - EXERCISE [Page 208]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 10 Study of Compounds: Nitric Acid
EXERCISE | Q 3. | Page 208
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