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Which of the following statements is true about `Ca(OH)_(2)`?

A

It is used in the preparation of bleaching powder

B

It is a light blue solid

C

It does not possess disinfectant property

D

It is used in the manufacture of cement

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A
Calcium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of bleaching powder.
`underset("Slaked lime")(2Ca(OH)_(2))+2CI_(2) overset("Cold")rarr CaCI_(2)+underset("Bleaching powder")(Ca(OCI)_(2))+2H_(2)O`
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