Noun calcium oxide has 1 sense

1. calcium oxide, quicklime, lime, calx, calcined lime, fluxing lime, unslaked lime, burnt lime - a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide
   --₁ is a kind of oxide
   --₁ has substances: calcium, Ca, atomic number 20
   

Calcium Oxide

Calcium oxide, commonly known as quicklime or burnt lime, is a chemical compound made up of calcium and oxygen. It is obtained by calcining limestone or seashells at high temperatures. The resulting white crystalline solid is highly caustic and reactive.

Senses:

• Noun (Chemistry): A compound with the chemical formula CaO, used in various industrial applications, including cement production, water treatment, and the manufacturing of steel.
• Noun (Agriculture): Agricultural lime made of calcium oxide is utilized to improve soil structure and neutralize acidity in fields and gardens.

Examples:

1. Chemical sense:
• The production of calcium oxide involves heating limestone in a kiln.
• Calcium oxide is widely used as a flux in metallurgy.
2. Agricultural sense:
• Farmers apply calcium oxide to their fields to increase soil pH.
• Gardeners use calcium oxide to prevent the acidification of the soil.

Possible Related Products:

• Calcium Oxide Powder
• Lime for Gardening
• Calcium Oxide for Steel Making