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It's still poisonous, but when diluted with water, such as in the form of the sodium hypochlorite(bleach) / calcium hypochlorite solution used in Swimming Pools, the concentration becomes so low that it relatively harmless, yet still a powerful disinfectant.

These solutions are still dangerous of heated, because chlorine fumes are likely to be produced. This is why in kitchens where bleach is used to sanitize dishes and surfaces, the solution containing bleach must be made using cold water.

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Is chlorine poisonous to human?

Chlorine gas can be toxic when inhaled, leading to respiratory issues. However, small amounts of chlorine are typically safe when used as directed in water treatment or sanitation. If ingested in large quantities, chlorine can be harmful and cause digestive issues.


What element is a greenish-yellow poisonous gas?

Chlorine is a greenish-yellow poisonous gas commonly used for disinfection and bleaching.


Why is chlorine used to clean water?

Chlorine is used to clean water because it is a powerful disinfectant that can kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that may be present in the water. It helps to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases and make the water safe for consumption.


What use of chlorine relates to its poisonous nature?

Chlorine's poisonous nature is utilized in chemical warfare as a choking agent. When inhaled, chlorine gas reacts with moisture in the lungs to form hydrochloric acid, causing respiratory distress and potentially death.


What is the difference between free chlorine and bonded chlorine?

When chlorine is not chemically bonded to another element, it takes the form of a poisonous green gas (which was used as a weapon during WW I, although it was found not to be poisonous enough, and other, even more poisonous gases were developed). When chlorine is in a chemical compound the result is often a type of salt, including the most familiar type, table salt, also known as sodium chloride (NaCl). Pesticides such as DDT are organic molecules which contain chlorine. The extremely dangerous herbicide, dioxin, is a compound of chlorine and oxygen. It is one of the most toxic substances known. So, lots of different compounds can be made with chlorine.

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Is chlorine poisonous to human?

Chlorine gas can be toxic when inhaled, leading to respiratory issues. However, small amounts of chlorine are typically safe when used as directed in water treatment or sanitation. If ingested in large quantities, chlorine can be harmful and cause digestive issues.


What is a poisonous but useful element?

chlorine


What element is a greenish-yellow poisonous gas?

Chlorine is a greenish-yellow poisonous gas commonly used for disinfection and bleaching.


Element is Poisonous when inhaled?

Chlorine, which was used as a poisonous gas in World War I.


Is chlorine gas poison?

Yes. Chlorine gas is very poisonous.


Why is chlorine used to clean water?

Chlorine is used to clean water because it is a powerful disinfectant that can kill bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that may be present in the water. It helps to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases and make the water safe for consumption.


Are there any dangers involved with chlorine?

Yes, chlorine is a highly corrosive and poisonous gas.


A poisonous agent in which is a member of the halogen group?

Chlorine


What poisonous gas used for bleach and disinfectant?

Chlorine


Does chlorine have a shape?

Chlorine is a poisonous, yellowish-green gas with a strong unpleasant odor. Chlorine is used in a liquid form, and has no actual shape.


What use of chlorine relates to its poisonous nature?

Chlorine's poisonous nature is utilized in chemical warfare as a choking agent. When inhaled, chlorine gas reacts with moisture in the lungs to form hydrochloric acid, causing respiratory distress and potentially death.


What is the difference between free chlorine and bonded chlorine?

When chlorine is not chemically bonded to another element, it takes the form of a poisonous green gas (which was used as a weapon during WW I, although it was found not to be poisonous enough, and other, even more poisonous gases were developed). When chlorine is in a chemical compound the result is often a type of salt, including the most familiar type, table salt, also known as sodium chloride (NaCl). Pesticides such as DDT are organic molecules which contain chlorine. The extremely dangerous herbicide, dioxin, is a compound of chlorine and oxygen. It is one of the most toxic substances known. So, lots of different compounds can be made with chlorine.