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प्रश्न
Suspension of slaked lime in water is known as ______.
विकल्प
lime water
quick lime
milk of lime
aqueous solution of slaked lime
उत्तर
Suspension of slaked lime in water is known as milk of lime.
Explanation:
Ca(OH)2 saked lime is only sparingly soluble in water. When CaO is soaked in water, it produces a white suspension, and the reaction is highly exothermic. White suspension is called milk of lime and it is used for whitewashing.
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