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Calcium oxide

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calcium_oxide)

Calcium oxide (CaO), commonly known as quicklime or burnt lime, is a widely used chemical compound. It is a white, caustic, alkaline crystalline solid at room temperature. (Wikipedia)

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Oxides
CaO
Liming materials

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16-Oct-2012

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