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The chemical name of lime water is _________.


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Lime water

  1. Lime water is the common name for a saturated aqueous solution of calcium hydroxide.
  2. Calcium Hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) is sparsely soluble at room temperature in water.
  3. Pure limewater is clear and colorless, with a slightly earthy smell and an astringent bitter taste.
  4. It is basic in nature with a pH of 12.4.
  5. Lime water may be prepared by mixing calcium Hydroxide with water and removing undissolved solute.

Therefore, The chemical name of lime water is Calcium Hydroxide.


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