What does the term 'deliquescence' describe in relation to a solid substance?

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18 Mar 2019
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Deliquescence refers to the process where a solid absorbs moisture from the air and dissolves, forming a liquid solution. Unlike simply absorbing water and remaining solid, deliquescent substances take in enough water to liquefy.

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