Physics
Why are volatile liquids such as alcohol and spirit stored in tightly closed bottles?
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Rate of evaporation depends upon the nature of liquid. Volatile liquids like alcohol and spirit have low boiling point, so they evaporate much faster than water. So they are stored in tightly closed bottles to avoid their evaporation.
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