The product obtained on mixing calcium oxide with water is called __________________?
Correct answer: B. Slaked lime
- A. Quicklime
- B. Slaked lime
- C. Milk of lime
- D. None of these
Explanation
Calcium oxide reacts exothermically with water to form calcium hydroxide, Ca(OH)₂, commonly called slaked lime. Quicklime is the original calcium oxide, while milk of lime is its aqueous suspension.
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