Practice mode Soil Science

Which chemical is used to reduce evaporation from the surface of water bodies?

Correct answer A. Cetyl alcohol

Explanation

Cetyl alcohol spreads as a monomolecular film on the water surface, blocking water molecules from escaping and cutting evaporation from reservoirs.

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