👉 Any inorganic material containing calcium, usually calcium oxide (quicklime) or calcium hydroxide (slaked lime).
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look,
At ‘lime,’ a word that needs a little hook!
The dictionary tells us, clear and bright,
It's not a fruit, shining green and light.
Instead, it’s something made of stone you see,
A mineral mix for you and me!
Specifically, it’s calcium, don’t you know?
Like
quicklime
strong, or
slaked lime
aglow.
Quicklime's the stuff when heat is applied,
Slaked lime is formed with water inside.
So remember this, a helpful guide,
‘Lime’ means minerals, solid and wide!
Do you have any questions for me? Let's discuss with glee!