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What is the chemical name of bleaching powder? (b) What is the chemical formula of bleaching powder? (c) What are the materials used for the preparation of bleaching powder? State one use of bleaching powder (other than bleaching).

ChemistryClass 10ICSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
    • Chemical name of bleaching powder is calcium oxychloride
    • CaOCl2
    • Calcium hydroxide and
    • Bleaching powder is used as a disinfectant in the drinking water which kills germs and
Chemistry · Class 10