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What are the properties and characterstics of bleaching powder

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Explanation: It is produced by the action of Chlorine on dry slaked lime. It is represented as CaOCl2, though the actual composition is quite complex.

Ca(OH)2 + Cl2 → CaOCl2 + H2O

On standing for a longer time, it undergoes auto oxidation due to which bleaching action decreases.

Uses of Bleaching Powder:-

(i) It is used for bleaching cotton and linen textile industry, for bleaching wood pulp in paper industry and for washed clothes in laundry.

(ii) It is also used as a disinfectant for water to make it germ free.

(iii) It is used as an oxidizing agent in many chemical industries.

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