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Which of the following is the correct chemical formula of bleaching powder?
Which of the following is the correct chemical formula of bleaching powder?
medium Q7 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Recall bleaching powder formula
Bleaching powder is chemically calcium oxychloride.Step 2: Match the formula
CaOCl2 is the correct formula; CaCl2 is calcium chloride; NaClO is sodium hypochlorite; NaCl is common salt.Final Answer:
CaOCl2 → Option BQuick Check:
Bleaching powder formula = CaOCl2 ✅
Quick Trick: Bleaching powder = calcium oxychloride = CaOCl2.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing with calcium chloride or sodium hypochlorite.
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