Question
Download Solution PDFWhat is the chemical formula of Calcium Carbonate?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 2.
Key Points
- CaCO3:
- This is the correct chemical formula for Calcium Carbonate.
- It consists of one calcium ion (Ca2+) bonded to one carbonate ion (CO32-).
- Calcium carbonate is a naturally occurring compound and is the main component of minerals such as limestone, marble, and chalk.
- It is widely used in industries such as construction, manufacturing, agriculture, and as a dietary supplement.
Additional Information
- CaSO4:
- This is the chemical formula for Calcium Sulfate.
- It consists of one calcium ion (Ca2+) bonded to one sulfate ion (SO42-).
- Calcium sulfate is commonly found as the mineral gypsum and is used in various applications, including construction materials and as a food additive.
- CaO:
- This is the chemical formula for Calcium Oxide, also known as quicklime or burnt lime.
- It consists of one calcium ion (Ca2+) bonded to one oxygen ion (O2-).
- Calcium oxide is a white, caustic, alkaline crystalline solid.
- It is commonly used in various applications, including as a desiccant, in cement production, and as a component in certain chemical processes.
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