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Calcium Hypochlorite: The Powerhouse Chemical for Water Disinfection
When it comes to keeping our water clean and safe, few chemicals are as crucial as calcium hypochlorite. Whether it’s in swimming pools, drinking water treatment plants, or industrial sanitation systems, this compound plays a major role in disinfecting and purifying water. But what exactly is calcium hypochlorite, how does it work, and why is it so widely used? Let’s dive into the world of this powerful chemical compound.
What is Calcium Hypochlorite?
Calcium hypochlorite (chemical formula: Ca(ClO)₂) is an inorganic compound that appears as a white or grayish-white powder or granular solid. It has a strong chlorine-like odor and is known for its strong oxidizing and disinfecting properties. Often referred to as "pool shock" or "bleaching powder," calcium hypochlorite is commonly used as a disinfectant for water treatment and sanitation.
Calcium hypochlorite typically contains about 65–70% available chlorine, making it one of the most potent chlorine-based disinfectants on the market.
How Does Calcium…
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