Which is the properly balanced equation that shows the synthesis of limewater, Ca(OH)2, from calcium oxide and water?


A.

CaO + H2O → Ca(OH)2


B.

Ca(OH)2 → CaO + 2H2O


C.

CaO + 2H2O → Ca(OH)2


D.

Ca(OH)2 → CaO + H2O

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calcium oxide CaO and water H₂O react to form Ca(OH)₂

\(CaO + H_2O \to Ca(OH)_2\)

The answer is A.

Answer:

The answer is (A) calcium oxide CaO and water H₂O react to form Ca(OH)₂

Explanation: