To kill germs and break down bio-products (IE wee) that find their way into the water.
No, not all pools use chlorine as a disinfectant. Some pools may use other disinfection methods such as saltwater chlorination, ozone, UV light, or bromine. Each method has its own advantages and considerations for pool maintenance.
All pools need something to help keep it clean and safe. Chlorine has long been the sanitizer of choice. Saltwater is no different, as the charged cell breaks down Salt in the water into Chlorine.
Chlorine has been used to disinfect pools for over one hundred years. Chlorine is used in almost all pools that are open to the public. In addition, most private pool owners, as well as many spa owners, use chlorine in order to keep their pool water clean and safe.
chlorine is used in pools to disinfect them.
Usually a chlorine based chemical is used. But chlorine doesn't kill it all. See link for more.
Yes, cotton clothing can have an effect on chlorine in pools. When cotton clothing is worn in pools, the fabric can absorb chlorine, which may cause the chlorine levels in the water to decrease. It is recommended to avoid wearing cotton clothing in pools to maintain appropriate chlorine levels for water sanitation.
Yes. Chlorine is used to prevent the growth of algae. Some pools use salt.
You use it to kill the jerms in the pool!
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Chlorine is used to disinfect Swimming Pools.
NOT ALL POOLS NEED CHLORINE. Salt Water pools are cleaner and do not harm the environment. I too am allergic to chlorine. It affects more than just my eyes. When I swim in pools with chlorine, I get upper respiratory and bladder infections. I too am having difficulty locating a non-chlorine public alternative. Because chlorine is cheaper than salt and most people aren't allergic to the levels used in public swimming pools; most municipalities choose that option. What I would recommend is that you call the local Parks & Recreations Office and ask them if there are any public salt water pools.
Yes, it keeps the ultraviolet rays of the sun from dissapating your chlorine.