Question

What is water number?

• A. Maximum amount of water that can be added to 100 g of a base at a given temperature
• B. Minimum amount of water that can be added to 100 g of a base at a given temperature
• C. Minimum amount of water that can be added to 5 g of a base at a given temperature
• D. Minimum amount of water that can be added to 40 g of a base at a given temperature

Hint:

Water number is an indicator of a base's water-holding capacity; higher values mean better absorption.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Water number refers to the maximum quantity of water (in mL) that can be added to 100 g of a base without causing phase separation or affecting its physical properties at a defined temperature.