NEET2011PhysicsWork, Power and EnergyActual
Which one of the following is present as an active ingredient in bleaching powder for bleaching action?
Options
- ACa ( OCl )₂
- BCaO ₂ Cl
- CCaCl ₂
- DCaOCl ₂
Correct answer
A. Ca ( OCl )₂
Step-by-step solution
Ca ( OCl )₂ , calcium hypochlorite is the active ingredient in beleaching powder which releases chlorine.