alleryWhat solid product forms when limestone is calcined?
ACalcium hydroxide
BCalcium oxide
CCalcium sulfide
DCalcium chloride
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Calcium oxide
Calcination of limestone produces calcium oxide, also called quicklime.
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