What type of reaction occurs when calcium carbonate is heated? Give reaction also.
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When limestone is heated in a kiln, the calcium carbonate breaks down into calcium oxide and carbon dioxide. This type of reaction is called thermal decomposition. The process is called calcining.
Parent rock type: Sedimentary rock
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When calcium carbonate is heated, it decomposes or breaks down into calcium oxide and carbon dioxide.
Reaction= CaCO3 → CaO + CO2
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