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Which one of the following is NOT true for bleaching powder ?

A

It is used as a reducing agent in chemical industries

B

It is used for bleaching wood pulp in paper factories

C

It is used for disinfecting drinking water

D

it is used for bleaching linen in textile industry

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A
Bleaching powder is not used as a reduction agent in chemical industries. Reducing agent a substance that tends to bring about reduction by being oxidized and losing electrons.
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