KNOWN as pure lime, rich lime, high calcium lime. It has more than 95% purity. Properties- Slow setting, High plasticity, Soluble in water, Vigorous slaking, Perfectly white colorApplication- Whitewash & PlasterworkSource- Seashells2. Hydraulic lime: It is also known as water lime as it is capable of setting in water and damp CONDITION. It has 70% to 90% purity.Properties- Insoluble in water, Low plasticity, Less slaking, Off white color, High hydraulicityApplication- Brick masonry or StonemasonrySource- Kankar3. POOR lime: It is also known as Impure or lean lime. It has less than 70% purity.Properties- Muddy ColourApplication- Used in the BRICKWORK around the foundation