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Q: Is garden lime (powdered) dangerous for chickens?
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Sewer backup in basement how do you get rid of the smell in the concrete?

Powdered Lime will work. Spread the powdered lime over the affected areas. Leave at least 48 hours. Use gloves and ventilate. Powdered Lime will work. Spread the powdered lime over the affected areas. Leave at least 48 hours. Use gloves and ventilate.


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It is usually powdered lime.


Will lime hurt chickens?

There are two types of barn lime. Ag lime or dolomite can be used to "sweeten" the chicken coop and area with no harm to the birds. Hydrated lime "burn lime" is caustic and should be kept away from Livestock including chickens.


What is the formula of whitewash?

Typically whitewash is powdered lime (lime as in limestone, not the green fruit!) mixed with water.


Is lime dangerous to smell?

Lime is not dangerous to smell in small amounts. Lime can harm the skin if touched and cause problems if ingested.


What is the chemical formula for Garden Lime?

Garden Lime, also known as Calcium Carbonate, is simply CaCO3.


What is powdered limestone?

Powdered limestone is commonly referred to as lime, the result of crushing limestone rock.


Why do the neutralising effects of powdered limestone on soil last longer than that of slaked lime?

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What do farmers add to the soil to prevent damage for acid rain?

Powdered lime, to neutralise the acid.


What acid or alkali is in garden lime?

Lime contains an organic acid known as citric acid. Its formula is C6H8O7.


What colour does litmus paper turn in garden lime?

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Can lime be harmful?

Lime, in the form of calcium carbonate or as oyster shells, is very helpful to chickens. For generations, poultry growers added oyster shells to the chicken's daily diet as a way to prevent soft shelled eggs.