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Aerogels are prepared by quantifying the sol–gel process of the organo‐metallic precursors. The objective of the present article is to synthesize ultralow density, low index of refraction, and monolithic silica aerogels. The quantification of hydrophobicity of the silica aerogels using water drop contact angle is not only crucial but also the estimation of the surface free energy is an important parameter...