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What is the chemical name of limewater?

JE CBT-1, 25-May-19 S-1 2019
✓ Answer: D Calcium hydroxide
Limewater is a common name for a diluted solution of calcium hydroxide in water. It is known for its slightly basic properties and is used in various applications, including water treatment and as a test for carbon dioxide. Limewater is used in a process known as lime softening to reduce water hardness. It is also used as a neutralizing agent in municipal waste water treatment.
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