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Write the chemical formula of bleaching powder. Write the balanced chemical equation for its preparation. List three uses.
Write the chemical formula of bleaching powder. Write the balanced chemical equation for its preparation. List three uses.
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Bleaching powder is a disinfectant and is produced by reaction of chlorine with slaked lime.
Updated On: Jul 18, 2025
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Formula: CaOCl$_2$ (Calcium oxychloride)
Balanced Chemical Equation:
\[
\text{Ca(OH)}_2 + \text{Cl}_2 \rightarrow \text{CaOCl}_2 + \text{H}_2\text{O}
\]
Uses:
Disinfecting drinking water
Used as bleaching agent in textile industry
Used in paper industry for bleaching wood pulp
Disinfecting drinking water
Used as bleaching agent in textile industry
Used in paper industry for bleaching wood pulp
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