In this post, you will learn a complete explanation of activity 1.4 class 10 science that belongs to Chapter 1 Chemical Reactions and Equations. You can also go through Activity 1.5 of Chapter 1 Chemical Reactions and Equations.
Explain Activity 1.4 Class 10 NCERT Science
Caution: This activity
needs the teacher’s assistance.
Activity- Take a small
amount of calcium oxide or quick lime in a beaker.
· Slowly
add water to this.
· Touch
the beaker as shown in figure
· Do
you feel any change in temperature?
Observation and Conclusion:
Calcium oxide and water combine vigorously to produce slaked lime (Calcium
hydroxide), releasing a large amount of heat.
The reaction is highly vigorous in nature. It is
accomplished by a hissing noise, bubbles, and calcium hydroxide (slaked lime) is
formed. Heat is evolved during the reaction hence; it is an exothermic reaction.
CaO(s) + H2O(I) → Ca(OH)2(aq)
Quick lime Water
Slaked lime
Calcium hydroxide is formed by the combination of calcium
oxide and water. Therefore, the reaction is a combination reaction.
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Related Topics for you
1. Activity 1.5 Class 10 Science
2. Activity 1.3 Class 10 Science
2. Solution of Chemical Reactions and Equations
4. Extra Questions of Chapter 1
FAQs
1. What is the purpose of activity 1.4 in class 10 NCERT science?
Ans - To understand the reaction between calcium oxide and water.
2. What materials are required for activity 1.4 Class 10Science?
Ans- Calcium oxide and water, beaker are needed for activity 1.4 class 10 science.
3. What is the purpose of touching the beaker in activity 1.4 class 10 science?
Ans - WE can feel a change in temperature that occurs during the chemical reaction between calcium oxide and water.
4. What is the observation of activity 1.4 class 10 science?
Ans - We observe that calcium oxide and water react vigorously and form slaked lime.
5. What is the chemical equation of activity 1.4 Class 10 science?
Ans- `CaO + H_2O \rightarrow Ca(OH)_2`
