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Which of the following is generally blea...

Which of the following is generally bleached by bleaching powder ?

A

Straw

B

Ivory

C

Roll of cotton

D

Silk

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The correct Answer is:
C
It is used as bleaching agent for cotton linen and wood pulp. However delicate articles like straw silk, ivory etc. are not bleached by bleaching powder.
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