Bleaching powder is also chemically known as

A)
Sodium hydroxide
B)
Calcium sulphate
C)
Calcium hypochlorite
D)
Calcium Carbonate

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Calcium hypochlorite



Calcium hypochlorite is an inorganic compound with formula Ca(OCl)₂. It is the main active ingredient of commercial products called bleaching powder, chlorine powder, or chlorinated lime, used for water treatment and as a bleaching agent.

Published On : June 8, 2021
Category : Science and Technology