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What is the chemical process involved in the preparation of calcium...
What is the chemical process involved in the preparation of calcium oxide on a commercial scale?
Options
- AElectrolysis of calcium chloride
- BHeating of limestone (CaCO3) in a rotary kiln
- CCombining calcium and oxygen at high temperature
- DOxidation of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) with water vapor
Correct answer
B. Heating of limestone (CaCO3) in a rotary kiln
Step-by-step solution
Calcium oxide (CaO) is prepared on a commercial scale by heating limestone (CaCO3) in a rotary kiln at temperatures ranging from 1070 to 1270 K.