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Which of the following is formed by the action of chlorine on dry slaked lime?

ALP CBT-1, 25-Nov-24 S-2 2024
✓ Answer: D Bleaching powder
When chlorine reacts with dry slaked lime, bleaching powder (CaOCl2) is formed. The chemical reaction is given as: Cl2 + Ca(OH)2 → CaOCl2 + H2O. Calcium Oxychloride is bleaching powder, which is generally used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.
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