Question

Bleaching powder is formed when dry slaked lime reacts with ______?

• A. bromine
• B. hydrogen
• C. nitrogen
• D. chlorine

Answer 1

Answer:

D. chlorine

• Bleaching powder, also known as calcium hypochlorite, is formed when dry slaked lime (calcium hydroxide, Ca(OH)₂) reacts with chlorine gas (Cl₂).