Chlorine occurs naturally as one of the basic building blocks of matter. It possesses powerful disinfecting and bleaching capabilities that we harness for a wide range of industrial and domestic ...

Especially around the summer time we are trying to cool off in the pools. Public pools contain chlorine to keep the water clean. The chlorine prevents bacteria from growing which makes it safe to swim ...

One hot afternoon last week, I packed up my two girls, the sunscreen, hats, snacks and towels and wandered over to the wading pool at Creston Park. It's a perfect spot to while away an hour or two.

Chlorine is a common element in household cleaning and pesticide products. You’re probably most familiar with its use in pools to keep them free from bacteria and algae. It is naturally a gas but can ...

Pool season isn't complete without the scent of chlorine in the air. But does smelling the chemical mean the pool is overchlorinated? And if so, what happens if you're overexposed to the disinfectant?

A saltwater pool is an alternative to a traditional chlorine pool. Although you don’t add chlorine tablets to a saltwater pool, it does still contain chlorine. It just has a smaller amount that’s ...

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Chlorine is an inorganic chemical that’s used to prevent the growth of microorganisms in the water in swimming pools and hot tubs. It’s usually added at extremely low concentrations to kill the ...