Question

State in brief the method of preparation of bleaching powder. Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction involved and state the uses of bleaching powder.

Answer 1

☆ ANSWER

● Bleaching powder {CaOCl2} or calcium oxy chloride is formed by treating Slaked Lime {Ca(OH)2} with chlorine {Cl2} at 40° celcius.

☆ REACTION:-

● Ca(OH)2 + Cl2 ------> CaOCl2 + H2

{Here 2 is below the baseline i.e. in subscript}

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