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The common name of the compound CaOCl2 is Bleaching Powder.
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The compound CaOCl2 or Calcium Hypochlorite is commonly called Bleaching Powder.This compound is generally produced by the action of chlorine gas on dry-slaked lime. Following is the reaction
Ca(OH)2 + Cl2 -> CaOCl2 + H2O
It has many applications like
1. It is used for bleaching in the textile and paper industry.
2. Bleaching powder is also used as a disinfectant.
3. It is also used in chloroform production.
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