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Who first isolated elemental chlorine?
Who first isolated elemental chlorine?
- Chris Smith
- Humphrey Davy
- Tim Harrison
- Carl Wilhelm Scheele (correct)
What did Carl Wilhelm Scheele mistakenly believe about his isolation of elemental chlorine?
What did Carl Wilhelm Scheele mistakenly believe about his isolation of elemental chlorine?
- It contained oxygen (correct)
- It was a liquid at room temperature
- It was highly reactive with metals
- It was a clear gas
What is the color of elemental chlorine at room temperature?
What is the color of elemental chlorine at room temperature?
- Pale, yellowy green (correct)
- Clear and colorless
- Bright yellow
- Dark green
What was the inspiration for naming the element chlorine?
What was the inspiration for naming the element chlorine?
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Apart from disinfecting drinking water, what other 'nice' application is mentioned for chlorine?
Apart from disinfecting drinking water, what other 'nice' application is mentioned for chlorine?
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