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What are the products of Thermal Decomposition of Limestone?

By BYJU'S Exam Prep

Updated on: September 25th, 2023

On heating of the Limestone, it produces calcium oxide and carbon dioxide. The breakdown of calcium carbonate takes place and it is called thermal decomposition. It contains calcite, a calcium carbonate mineral with a chemical composition of CaCO3.

Answer: The Thermal Decomposition of Limestone produces calcium oxide and carbon dioxide.

Limestone is the main source of the material lime. It contains fossils and provides information on ancient environments and on the evolution of life. Limestone is used for various purposes like building material, Portland cement, as aggregate for the base of roads, as white pigment or filler in products such as toothpaste, etc.

Summary:

What are the products of the Thermal Decomposition of Limestone?

The Thermal Decomposition of Limestone produces calcium oxide and carbon dioxide. Limestone forms when calcite and aragonite precipitate out of water containing dissolved calcium.

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