Review:
Chlorine
overall review score: 3.5
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Chlorine is a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17. It is a highly reactive, greenish-yellow gas that is essential for life but can also be toxic in high concentrations.
Key Features
- Reactive
- Greenish-yellow gas
- Essential for life
- Toxic in high concentrations
Pros
- Essential for water purification
- Used in disinfectants and cleaning products
Cons
- Toxic if inhaled or ingested in large amounts
- Can form harmful byproducts when mixed with organic compounds