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Q. What is the chemical formula of quicklime?

  • (A) CaCO3
  • (B) Ca(OH)2
  • (C) CaO
  • (D) CaCl2
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Shyam Dubey
Quicklime is calcium oxide (CaO). It reacts with water to form slaked lime (Ca(OH)2). Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) is limestone, not quicklime.

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