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Standard XII
Chemistry
Reactivity with Halogens and Hydrogen (Group 2)
The addition ...
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The addition of quicklime to water is an example of _______ reaction.
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Addition of quicklime to water is an example of combination reaction.
C
a
O
+
H
2
O
→
C
a
(
O
H
)
2
+
H
e
a
t
When quicklime (calcium oxide) combines with water, it forms slaked lime (calcium hydroxide).
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