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9. Desiccants are chemicals that: A. O Remove humidity B. O Add humidity C. O Add moisture D. O Remove moisture

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9. Desiccants are chemicals that:
A. O Remove humidity
B. O Add humidity
C. O Add moisture
D. O Remove moisture

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