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Household bleach contains other compounds and is also not strong enough to be efficient. It would not be cost effective and you could not possibly attain the readings that are required to properly sanitize a swimming pool of most any size.

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Q: Can bleach be substituted for chlorine in treating a swimming pool?
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What are some chlorine substances?

chlorine bleach, tap water, salt, swimming pool water.


What is a greenish yellow gas used as bleach and water disinfectant?

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