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a substance x is used in white washing and is obtained by heating limestone in the absence of air. Identify X

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Answered by anjaligupta3611
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Answer:

Calcium oxide

Explanation:

the substance which is used for white washing is calcium oxide.calcium oxide when reacted with water produces calcium hydroxide (limestone).This absorbs the carbon dioxide present in environment and produces calcium carbonate .this calcium carbonate forms a hard coating on the walls

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