what are the uses of calcium oxide or quick lime
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calcium oxide or quicklime(CaO) is used to prepare slaked lime(Ca(OH)2)
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Cement: Calcium oxide is a key ingredient for the process of making cement. As a cheap and widely available alkali. About 50% of the totalquicklime production is converted to calcium hydroxide before use. Both quick- and hydrated lime are used in the treatment of drinking water.
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» Another name
Calcium oxide (CaO) also known as quick lime.
» Formula
CaCO3 ---> CaO + CO2
» Uses
• Used for medicinal purpose.
• Used in manufacturing of cement, paper etc.
• It is used for manufacturing of caustic soda.
• It is used in farming to reduce the acidity of the soil.
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