Which of the following statements is true about Ca(OH)2 ?

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It is used in the preparation of bleaching powder

It is a light blue solid

It is very acidic in nature.

It does not possess disinfectant property

answer is A.

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Calcium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of bleaching powder2Ca(OH)2slaked lime+2Cl2⟶ Cold CaCl2+Ca(OCl)2Bleaching powder+2H2O

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