Question

how is quick lime prepared? Give equation? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Calcium oxide or lime is prepared by the process called calcination. Calcium carbonate or Limestone is heated to a temperature between 1250 ⁰C and 1400 ⁰C in Kilns (oven) and it decomposes to quicklime and carbon dioxide.

Compound Name: Calcium oxide.

Formula: CaO

Melting point: 2,572°C (4,661°F)

Boiling point: 2850 C