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A solution of a substance 'X' is used in whitewashing. (i) Name the substance 'X' and write its formula. (ii) Write the reaction of the substance 'X' named in (i) above with water

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SOLUTION :(i) The substance .X. is quick lime (calcium oxide) and itsformula is CaO.
(ii) `underset (("Quick lime"))(CaO)+underset(("Water"))(H_(2)O)rarrunderset(("SLAKED lime"))(Ca(OH)_(2))+"Heat"`


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