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A white powder that is used to bleach textiles. Chlorinated lime is also used as a disinfectant and deodorizer. | A white powder that is used to bleach textiles. Chlorinated lime is also used as a disinfectant and deodorizer. | ||
| − | See also [ | + | See also [[calcium hypochlorite]]. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 12:44, 21 January 2014
Description
A white powder that is used to bleach textiles. Chlorinated lime is also used as a disinfectant and deodorizer.
See also Calcium hypochlorite.
Synonyms and Related Terms
chloride of lime; bleaching powder
| Composition | CaCl(ClO)-4H2O |
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Hazards and Safety
Acids and moisture cause the evolution of chlorine gas