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Reactivity with Halogens and Hydrogen (Group 2)

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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.

$C a O + H_{2} O \to C a (O H)_{2} + H e a t$

When quicklime (calcium oxide) combines with water, it forms slaked lime (calcium hydroxide).

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