Question

List four important characteristics of the calcium oxide compound.

Answer 1

1. Quick lime has a high melting point of 2600° and is an amorphous white solid. 
2. It can tolerate high temperatures and is a very stable chemical.
3. It turns into slaked lime when water is present. The slaking of lime is the term for this procedure.
   CaO + H₂O → Ca (OH)₂
4. It is a basic oxide that reacts with acids to generate salts.
   CaO + H₂SO₄ → CaSO₄ + H₂O