pH of Bleaching Powder
Bleaching Powder is basic in nature and the bleaching powder which is generally used for domestic purposes has a pH value of 11. Thus, bleaching powder has an irritating nature when coming in contact with human skin.
Concentrated Bleaching Powder, which has a high concentration (10-15% ) of sodium hypochlorite, has a pH value of 13. Thus, it is highly alkaline in nature.
Bleaching Powder
Bleaching Powder, also called Calcium Hypochlorite or Calcium Oxychloride, is a chemical compound which is used for various purposes. It has various uses but it is majorly used for its bleaching action, the bleaching action of Bleaching Powder is used to bleach clothes in laundries, and others. Bleaching powder is also used for various aspects such as disinfectants, cleaning potable water and others. In this article, we will read about Bleaching Powder, its properties, and others in detail.
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