Hydrated \(CaC{{l}_{2}}\) is not a dehydrating agent. It is anhydrous \(CaC{{l}_{2}}\) , which is a good dehydrating agent.
So, the correct answer is (C): Hydrated CaCl2
Drying agent is the one that is used to remove moisture and water vapour from the surroundings. They are used to present the detrimental effects of the moisture like degradation, corrosion etc. They help in maintaining the quality and integrity of the product that is produced. The examples of drying agents are conc. H2SO4, CaO and P2O5. Therefore, all the given options are examples of drying agents.
So, the correct answer is (C): Hydrated CaCl2
The number of oxygen atoms present in chemical formula of fuming sulphuric acid is _______.