Purpose of anhydrous sodium sulfate in dehydration reaction
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The purpose of anhydrous sodium sulfate in dehydration process is to act as an inert drying agent for removing traces of water from organic solutions.
Most anhydrous inorganic salts acquire water of crystallization when exposed moist air or damp places. Other drying agents that can be used include anhydrous magnesium sulfate, anhydrous calcium chloride or anhydrous potassium chloride.
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