Entity: CHLORINE
Chlorine is a chemical element commonly used for water purification, with a distinct bleach-like smell.
CHLORINE
Etymology
The word 'chlorine' originates from the Greek word 'khloros', meaning greenish-yellow.
Definition
Chlorine is a halogen element that is commonly used as a bleach, oxidizing agent, and disinfectant in water purification. It is a heavy greenish-yellow diatomic gas with a pungent odor.
Historical Context
Chlorine has been used for water purification since the late 19th century, significantly reducing waterborne diseases.
Cultural Significance
Chlorine is often associated with swimming pools due to its use as a disinfectant. It is also used in the production of bleaching powder.
Related Concepts
Other halogen elements like fluorine, bromine, and iodine share similar chemical properties with chlorine.
See Also
- Bleach
- Water purification
- Halogen elements
A halogen element that is isolated as a heavy greenish-yellow diatomic gas of pungent odor and is used especially as a bleach, oxidizing agent, and disinfectant in water purification.