Question

Choose the correct statment regarding $Ca(OH{)}_2$

• A. It is a blue crystalline solid.
• B. It is highly soluble in water
• C. Its solubility in hot water is less than that in cold water.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Its solubility in hot water is less than that in cold water.

Properties of $Ca(OH{)}_2$ :

1. It is a white amorphous powder.
2. It is sparingly soluble in water.
3. Its solubility in hot water is less than that in cold water.
4. The aqueous solution is known as lime water and a suspension of slaked lime in water is known as milk of lime.