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Suspension of slaked lime in water is known as

a
lime water
b
quick lime
c
milk of lime
d
aqueous solution of slaked lime

detailed solution

Correct option is C

Calcium hydroxide is prepared by adding water to quick lime (CaO).CaO(s) Quick lime +H2O(1)⟶Ca(OH)2(s)Slaked limeIt is a white amorphous powder. It is sparingly soluble in water.So, it forms a suspension of slaked lime in water which is called milk of lime and the clear solution obtained after the suspension settles is known as lime water.

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