What is the chemical name of limewater?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Calcium hydroxide.
· Calcium hydroxide, with the chemical formula Ca(OH)₂, is commonly known as limewater.
· Limewater is a clear, colorless aqueous solution of calcium hydroxide, often used in laboratories and industry.
· It is produced by dissolving calcium oxide (quicklime) in water, which results in a saturated solution of calcium hydroxide.
· Limewater is used in various applications such as in the treatment of acidic soil, as a neutralizing agent in chemical processes, and in the preparation of mortar and plaster in construction.
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· Sodium hydroxide (NaOH): Commonly known as caustic soda or lye, it is a strong base used in soap making, drain cleaners, and various chemical processes.
· Ammonium hydroxide (NH₄OH): Also known as aqueous ammonia, it is a solution of ammonia in water used as a cleaning agent and in fertilizers.
· Magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)₂): Known as milk of magnesia, it is used as an antacid and a laxative.