white compound X, when treated with water, forms a hard solid mass
identify X and write the chemical equation for the above reaction.
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The chemical name of substance, which is used for white washing is calcium oxide. Its common name is lime or quick lime. The chemical formula of calcium oxide is CaO.
When calcium oxide reacts with water it forms calcium hydroxide. Calcium hydroxide is also known as slaked lime.
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The chemical name of substance, which is used for white washing is calcium oxide. Its common name is lime or quick lime. The chemical formula of calcium oxide is CaO.
When calcium oxide reacts with water it forms calcium hydroxide. Calcium hydroxide is also known as slaked lime.
CaO(s) + H2O(l) →Ca(OH)2(aq)
Calcium Water Calcium
oxide hydroxide
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