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hygroscopic (of a substance) tending to absorb water from the air hygroscopic [¦hī·grə¦skäp·ik] (botany) Being sensitive to moisture, such as certain tissues. (chemistry) Possessing a marked ability to accelerate the condensation of water vapor; applied to condensation nuclei composed of salts which yield aqueous solutions of a very low equilibrium vapor pressure compared with that of pure water at the same temperature. Pertaining to a substance whose physical characteristics are appreciably altered by effects of water vapor. Pertaining to water absorbed by dry soil minerals from the atmosphere; the amounts depend on the physicochemical character of the surfaces, and increase with rising relative humidity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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