Question

$CaOC{l}_2$ is the product of reaction between calcium hydroxide and ___ and is commonly called as ___.

• A. Chlorine and bleaching powder.
• B. Fluorine and talcum powder
• C. Hydrogen and Gunpowder
• D. Nitrogen and lime powder

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Chlorine and bleaching powder.

Chlorine gas obtained out of electrolysis of common salt is used to react with calcium hydroxide to get the main ingredient of the bleaching powder.