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Cl
Chlorine
Atomic Z: 17 · Mass A: 35
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Cl
Chlorine
Z = 17
Mass A = 35 u · Halogen
Protons (p⁺)
17 Neutrons (n⁰)
18 Electrons (e⁻)
17 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Yellow-green halogen gas with powerful oxidizing properties used globally to purify drinking water.
Did You Know?
Chlorine gas was the first chemical weapon used in modern warfare during World War I in 1915!
Practical Applications
Drinking Water Purification
Table Salt (NaCl)
PVC Plastic Plumbing
Bleach Disinfectant
Discovered By: Carl Wilhelm ScheeleYear: 1774