Name the substance used in whitewashing. Name the product formed when it is mixed with water. Write equation for the reaction takes place in white washing
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caclium oxide(quicklime) is used for white washing. calcium hydroxide(slaked lime) is formed when it is mixed with water.
CaO+H2O------->Ca(OH)2 , when Ca(OH)2 further reacts with CO2 it forms CaCO3, which give a shining surface to walls.
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