Question

The function of quick lime in soda lime mixture is to....
1) Absorb moisture present in soda lime
2) Increase the efficiency of soda lime
3) Increase the pH of soda lime
4) Take part in reaction with NaOH
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Answer 1

I think answer is 1 because quick lime is a dehydrating agent.

Answer 2

The purpose of adding quick lime in soda lime is to absorb the moisture present in it.

Explanation:

• Soda-lime is the compound that is white in color and is a mixture of sodium hydroxide and calcium oxide.
• It readily reacts with water content present in the moisture and deteriorates.
• In order to prevent such unwanted events, the quick lime is added with a soda-lime mixture.
• The quick lime prevents the deterioration of soda lime in the presence of water.

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