Description
Calcium hydroxide, also known as quicklime, is a white, inorganic substance with a crystalline structure. It occurs as a powder in its pure form. It is soluble in water, forming an alkaline solution, which makes it useful in many industrial and agricultural applications. In construction, it is used in the production of mortars and as a component of cement due to it binding properties. In agriculture, it is used as a calcium fertilizer to regulate soil pH and improve its structure. Additionally, it is used as a disinfectant in sewage treatment plants and as an ingredient in some cosmetic products, where it can act as a pH stabilizer.
