Uses of metal oxides and hydroxides Flashcards

1
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What does calcium oxide create when it reacts with water

A

Ca(OH)2

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2
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what does calcium hydroxide do

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its used to treat acidic waste

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3
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what is the formula for calcium hydroxide and H2so4

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H2SO4 + Ca(OH)2 -> CaSO4 + 2H20

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4
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what is magnesium hydroxide used as

A

its used as an indigestion remedy by neutralising hydrochloric acid that has entered the oesophagus.

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