Calcium Oxide
1. Formula: CaO
2. Molecular weight: 56.08 amu
3. Melting point: (4658 deg F) (4676 deg F)
4. Boiling point: (5162 deg F)
5. State at room temperature: Solid
6. Type of compound:
7. Molecular geometry:
8. Characteristics: White cristaline solid
9. Uses:Calcium oxide is widely used in industry, e.g., in making porcelain and glass; in purifying sugar; in preparing bleaching powder.
10. Additional info.
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