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Is it true that quicklime reacts vigorously with water releasing a large amount of heat?


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a

True

b

False 

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

The above statement is true.
When calcium oxide, which is also known as quick lime, is dissolved in water, it results in the formation of calcium hydroxide or slaked lime. This reaction is highly exothermic by nature; that is, a lot of heat is produced during the reaction. Hence, the given statement is true.
 
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