What is the nature of the new product which is formed by the action of water on quick lime?

Neutral

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Acidic

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Amphoteric

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Basic

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Solution

The correct option is D
Basic

When the quick lime reacts with water, slaked lime is formed and it is basic in nature.

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What is the nature of the new product which is formed by the action of water on quick lime?

The correct option is D Basic When the quick lime reacts with water, slaked lime is formed and it is basic in nature.

The correct option is D
Basic

When the quick lime reacts with water, slaked lime is formed and it is basic in nature.