Chlorine is not so much good for swimming but it is good for keeping the water free from harmful microorganisms, economically.
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Chlorine is commonly used in Swimming Pools because it effectively kills bacteria, viruses, and algae, helping to maintain clean and safe swimming conditions. It also helps to oxidize organic matter and prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms, creating a healthier environment for swimmers.
Chlorine can be harsh on the skin. Prolonged exposure to chlorine, such as in swimming pools, can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation. It is recommended to shower after swimming to remove chlorine residue from the skin.
Chlorine can be found in swimming pools and cleaning products such as bleach. It can also be found in tap water if it has been treated with chlorine for disinfection purposes.
To increase the chlorine level in a swimming pool, you can add chlorine tablets, liquid chlorine, or granular chlorine according to the manufacturer's instructions based on the pool's size and the current chlorine level. It's important to regularly test the water to ensure the chlorine level is within the recommended range for safe swimming.
The liquid chlorine formula used for swimming pool maintenance is typically sodium hypochlorite (NaClO).
Chlorine smells very similar to bleach. Swimming pools are normally disinfected with chlorine and you may be able to smell it at one. Most people would tell you that at swimming pools it is the Chlorine you can smell, but actually it's the Chlorine reacting with substances in the water i.e. Urine