Chlorine

Chlorine

CAS #7782-50-5
SynonymMolecular chlorine, Dichlorine
Chemical FomularCl2
OdorSuffocating odor
SolubilitySlightly in water
Molar mass70.90 g/mol
HazardsExtremely Toxic, Enviromental Hazard

At room temperature, chlorine is a yellow-green gas heavier than air and has a strong irritating odor. It can be converted to a liquid under pressure or cold temperatures. Chlorine is mainly used as a bleach in manufacturing paper and cloth and to make various products.

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