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    Which of the following is the correct chemical formula of bleaching powder?
    Question

    Which of the following is the correct chemical formula of bleaching powder?

    A.

    Ca(OH)₂

    B.

    CaCl₂

    C.

    CaO

    D.

    CaOCl₂

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is (d) CaOCl₂.

    • The chemical formula of bleaching powder is CaOCl₂.
    • It is a compound of calcium, oxygen, and chlorine.
    • Bleaching powder is produced by the reaction of chlorine gas with slaked lime (Ca(OH)₂).

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    • Uses of Bleaching Powder: It is used for bleaching textiles, disinfecting drinking water, and as a disinfectant in the treatment of water.
    • Chemical Composition: Bleaching powder contains calcium oxychloride and is highly reactive with moisture and acids.
    • Alternative Name: It is also known as calcium hypochlorite.

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