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Hydrogen

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Ionic hydrides are generally used to remove traces of water from organic compounds. Explain.

Solution

Ionic hydrides liberate H- ions which act as a Bronsted base. They combine with water to produce H2 gas.
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The ionic hydrides can be used to remove last traces of water from organic compounds.

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