Name the type of chemical reaction in which calcium oxide reacts with water. Justify your answer by giving…
Name the type of chemical reaction in which calcium oxide reacts with water. Justify your answer by giving balanced chemical equation for the chemical reaction.
Solution
Combination reaction – Single product is formed (or any other)
CaO(s) + H2O(l) → Ca(OH)2(aq) + Heat
Quick lime Slaked lime/Calcium hydroxide