Chlorine-releasing compounds
Chlorine-releasing compounds
Chlorine-releasing compounds (pronunciation: klor-een ree-lees-ing kom-pounds) are a group of chemical compounds that release chlorine when they are dissolved in water or react with other substances. They are widely used in disinfection and sanitation processes due to their strong oxidizing properties.
Etymology
The term "chlorine-releasing compounds" is derived from the chemical element chlorine, named after the Greek word 'chloros' meaning greenish-yellow, and the term 'releasing compounds', which refers to substances that release a particular element or compound when they undergo a chemical reaction.
Types of Chlorine-releasing compounds
There are several types of chlorine-releasing compounds, including:
- Sodium hypochlorite: This is the active ingredient in bleach and is used for water treatment and disinfection.
- Calcium hypochlorite: This compound is used in the disinfection of drinking water and swimming pool water.
- Chloramine: Chloramines are used in drinking water treatment as a secondary disinfectant.
- Chlorine dioxide: This is a powerful oxidizing agent used in water treatment and in bleaching processes in the paper industry.
Related Terms
- Oxidizing agent: A substance that can accept electrons from another substance, thereby oxidizing that substance.
- Disinfection: The process of eliminating or reducing harmful microorganisms from inanimate objects and surfaces.
- Sanitation: The process of maintaining clean and hygienic conditions to prevent disease and promote health.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chlorine-releasing compounds
- Wikipedia's article - Chlorine-releasing compounds
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