Lesson 5

Question 1

The water that becomes part of the crystal is called water of hydration. Solids in which water molecules are trapped are called hydrates.

Answer 1

The water that becomes part of the crystal is called water of hydration. Solids in which water molecules are trapped are called hydrates.

Question 2

A hydrate is a compound that has a specific number of water molecules bound to its atoms

Answer 2

A hydrate is a compound that has a specific number of water molecules bound to its atoms

Question 3

When a hydrate is heated, water molecules are driven off, leaving an anhydrous compound, or one “without water”

Answer 3

When a hydrate is heated, water molecules are driven off, leaving an anhydrous compound, or one “without water”

Question 4

Dessicants prevent moisture from interfering.

Answer 4

Dessicants prevent moisture from interfering.