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Q.The suspension of slaked lime in water is known as (NEET Phase - II)
a) lime water
b) quick lime
c) milk of lime
d) aqueous solution of slaked lime
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Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →Step 1. The text distinguishes two related terms for calcium hydroxide in water: the clear aqueous SOLUTION is called 'lime water', while a cloudy SUSPENSION of slaked lime in water is called 'milk of lime'.
Step 2. Since the question specifically asks about a suspension (not a solution), the correct term is milk of lime, not lime water. …
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