Chemistry
Give a scientific term for each of the following:
(i) When a substance absorbs moisture from the atmosphere and does not form a solution.
(ii) When a compound loses water of crystallization on exposure to dry air.
Water
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(i) Hygroscopy
(ii) Efflorescence
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