Write the formula and chemical name of bleaching powder

CBSE Class 10 CBSE Class 10 Science
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  1. Write the formula and chemical name of bleaching powder.
  2. Write chemical equation to represent the action of atmospheric C02 gas on bleaching powder when left exposed in open.
  3. State for what purpose is bleaching powder used in water treatment plants.

Answer:

  1. Chemical formula: CaOCl 2
    Chemical name: Calcium oxychloride
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  3. Bleaching powder is used in water treatment plants for disinfecting drinking water to make it free of germs.