The function of quick lime in soda lime mixture is to

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$\begin{array}{1 1} \text{(a) Absorb moisture present in soda lime} \\ \text{ (b) Increase the efficiency of soda lime} \\ \text{ (c) Increase the pH of soda lime} \\ \text{ (d) Take part in reaction with NaOH} \end{array}$