Calcium hydroxide

Calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime or hydrated lime, is a chemical compound with the chemical formula Ca(OH)2. It is a white, odorless powder that is sparingly soluble in water, forming a strong alkaline solution known as lime water. Calcium hydroxide is commonly used in various industrial applications, such as in the production of…

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Hydroxides

Hydroxides are chemical compounds that consist of a metal cation and a hydroxide anion (OH-). They are a type of base that reacts with acids to form water and a salt. Hydroxides are important in many industrial and chemical processes, such as the production of soaps and detergents, water treatment, and the extraction of metals…

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