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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. hygroscopic Readily absorbing and retaining moisture from the air. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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