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Which of the following is the chemical formula of bleaching powder used for disinfecting water?
Which of the following is the chemical formula of bleaching powder used for disinfecting water?
easy Q13 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify bleaching powder
Bleaching powder is used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.Step 2: Recall chemical formula
The chemical formula of bleaching powder is CaOCl2 (calcium oxychloride), different from common salt (NaCl) and lime (CaCO3).Final Answer:
CaOCl2 → Option DQuick Check:
Chemical formula of bleaching powder = CaOCl2 ✅
Quick Trick: Bleaching powder contains chlorine for disinfection.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing bleaching powder with lime or salt.
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