NEETChemistrys Block Elements
What is the chemical equation for the slaking of lime?
Options
- ACaO + H 2 O → Ca(OH) 2
- BCaO + CO 2 → CaCO 3
- CCaO + NaOH → Ca(OH) 2 + Na 2 O
- DCaO + SO 2 → CaSO 3
Correct answer
A. CaO + H 2 O → Ca(OH) 2
Step-by-step solution
The slaking of lime is represented by the chemical equation CaO + H 2 O → Ca(OH) 2 .