Chlorine

usgb/ˈklɔːriːn/
noun

A chemical element in gas form that has a strong smell, often used in cleaning products or to purify water.

Swimming pools often have chlorine in them to keep the water clean.
Visual representation of "chlorine" - A chemical element in gas form that has a strong smell, often used in cleaning products or to purify water.

Often appears as...

  • chlorine gas
  • chlorine bleach

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Safety Measure

Associated with cleanliness but also danger due to its toxicity in higher concentrations.

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The pool was closed for safety due to excessive chlorine levels.
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Odor Identification

Chlorine's strong, distinct odor can be recognized in pools and cleaning agents.

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You can smell the chlorine as soon as you enter the indoor pool area.
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Physical Reaction

High exposure can irritate the skin and eyes, important in pool-related contexts.

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After swimming, my eyes are red from the chlorine in the water.
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