| chlorine |
A poisonous, odorous element (chemical symbol Cl) that is found naturally as a gas. It is capable of combining with nearly all other elements. Chlorine is used in compounds such as bleach and chloroform, as well as in pesticides such as DDT.
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| chlorine |
chemical formula Cl, chlorine is a corrosive - toxic gas with a TLV of 0.5ppm. Chlorine has a strong pungent odor and is irritating to lungs, skin and eyes. Chlorine is primarily used as an etch gas although it has seen some use as a furnace cleaning and oxidation additive.
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| chloroacetic acid |
CAS Number: 79-11-8. A very corrosive, water soluble, crystalline solid with a penetrating, vinegar-like odor. It is used in the manufacture of cellulose ethers, and as a post-emergence contact herbicide and defoliant. Chemical formula = C2H3ClO2. Molecular weight = 94.5 g/mol. Learn More...
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| chloroethane |
Also known as: Ethyl Chloride. CAS Number: 75-00-3. A colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is used as a solvent, efrigerant, and topical anesthetic. Also used in the manufacture of dyes, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Was used in the past in the production of tetraethyl lead, an anti-knock additive to leaded gasoline. ...
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| chloride |
Common anionic form of chlorine which carries one net negative charge. A common anion in many waters.
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