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Chemistry in Daily Life · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 17 of 37

Chemistry in Daily Life: Why is chlorine added to drinking water?

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Chemistry in Daily Life
Subject
General Studies
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Medium
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45-60 sec

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Q · Chemistry in Daily LifeMedium · 45s

Why is chlorine added to drinking water?

TopicChemistry in Daily Life
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min

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Chlorination kills harmful bacteria and pathogens present in water.

Final Answer: Option C - To disinfect
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