Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chlorine
noun
/ˈklɔr.iːn/
Definition
A greenish-yellow gas with a pungent odor, used primarily for disinfection and bleaching.
Examples
- Chlorine is commonly added to swimming pools to keep the water clean.
- The strong smell of chlorine can be detected near pools and water treatment facilities.
- In chemistry class, we learned about the properties and reactions of chlorine.
Meaning
Chlorine is a chemical element often utilized in various industrial and household applications, notably for cleaning and sterilization.
Synonyms
- Bleach
- Disinfectant
- Hypochlorite
