a solution of substance 'X' is used for white washing,(a)name the substance'X',(b)what happens when a solution of substance'X' is treated with water?give the reaction

a solution of substance 'X' is used for white washing,(a)name the subs

1.	a solution of substance 'X' is used for white washing,(a)name the substance'X',(b)what happens when a solution of substance'X' is treated with water?give the reaction
Answer» a) The SUBSTANCE'x' is calcium OXIDE , CaO.b) CaO(solid) + H2O(LIQUID) = Ca(OH)2 (aqueous) calcium. water. calcium hydroxide oxide (slaked lime)