answersLogoWhite

0

Answer #1

This is a question with a paradoxical answer.

Used properly, chlorine bleach degrades into nothing more than salt water, so in that sense yes, it is environmentally safe.

Used improperly (mixed with chemicals which for safety's sake shall remain nameless) Chlorine gas can be suddenly and sometimes explosively released. Just 1cc of chlorine gas is enough to kill a person or another animal. So in the case of hazardous releases of Chlorine gas, it's obviously harmful to the environment.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Earth Science

Can clorine hurt you?

Yes, exposure to high levels of chlorine gas or liquid can be harmful to humans, causing irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system. It can also be toxic if ingested or inhaled in large amounts. It's important to handle chlorine products carefully and follow safety guidelines when using them.


Will chlorine hurt ducks?

Chlorine is toxic if ingested. This applies to ducks as well as humans. Another answer: If you are talking about regular chlorinated water that comes out of the faucet (tap water)...then no. You don't need to save rainwater for them or buy spring water or anything like that. They do just fine on tap water.


Will chlorine from a pool hurt a squirrel?

The raw chemical, yes - it is toxic and corrosive, but it's so unpleasant that the squirrel is unlikely to sample it. However the granular form does seem to emit a vapour or fine dust that could harm a creature that can't escape. In water at swimming-pool dilution, probably not. The animal may well smell or taste it more sensitively than we could, so simply not drink enough to be harmed.


Can chlorine water hurt grass?

If sufficiently concentrated, yes. The amount of chlorine in drinking water, however, is not enough to harm your lawn. Even swimming pool water is usually not chlorinated enough to kill grass though normal splashing or draining.


Is chlorine harmful?

Elemental Chlorine is a highly toxic gas. It can react with (water particles of) the lungs to generate hydrochloric acid. The hydrochloric acid is corrosive and can damage the lungs, which may later cause death. Chlorine will also irritate the eyes, and long term exposure may also cause blindness. Chlorine has strong oxidizing powers, making it harmful (or corrosive) on skin, and internal organs. Chlorine in its Di-chlorine(Cl2) state is highly reactive, but in its -1 oxidation state, in chloride ions, is non-reactive and non-toxic. The chloride ion is essential in organisms, and we consume it daily, in the form of common salt sodium chloride(NaCl). Chlorine in some of its higher oxidation states like +4 (Chlorine dioxide) or +7 (Dichlorine heptoxide) can also be dangerous.

Related Questions

Does ultrasonic sound hurt humans?

Ultrasonic sound can potentially harm humans at high levels, causing discomfort, hearing damage, and other health issues.


Can clorine hurt you?

Yes, exposure to high levels of chlorine gas or liquid can be harmful to humans, causing irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system. It can also be toxic if ingested or inhaled in large amounts. It's important to handle chlorine products carefully and follow safety guidelines when using them.


Can chlorine hurt you?

Definitely, yes if it is a high consecrate it could become lethal! In fact, it was used as a gas weapon in one of the world wars! fyi if your planning on ingesting it, it can be very, verrry dangerous!


Is chlorine needed for guppies?

NO you should never have chlorine in with your guppy it could hurt the fish


How does chlorine hurt your body?

It melts you from the inside out


Do humans help the earth more or hurt it more?

Humans hurt the earth more.


Will it hurt your pool filter equipment if you put 10 gallons of cyanuric acid in your 10000 gallon pool?

Not hurt the pool but it can inhibit chlorine from sanitizing properly in high amounts. If its to high just drain some water out and refill with fresh.


Chlorine and why its harmful...?

it can hurt you and stuff and it is hurtful to things. ya


Will chlorine hurt a scratch?

Yes. And it will take FOREVER to heal.


Why do humans hurt fellow humans?

Most humans hurt other humans when they get mad. They could get into a fist fight,shoot a gun, and do many other things.


How do humans hurt pelicans?

Humans hurt pelicans and other animals by accidentally spilling oil into the oceans. Also they are hurt by littering and pollution.


Will chlorine hurt ducks?

Chlorine is toxic if ingested. This applies to ducks as well as humans. Another answer: If you are talking about regular chlorinated water that comes out of the faucet (tap water)...then no. You don't need to save rainwater for them or buy spring water or anything like that. They do just fine on tap water.