If you have ever taken a prescription medicine, driven a car or drunk tap water, you likely have been exposed to chlorine. The element is also used in organic chemistry processes — for example, as an ...

Because they are in such wide use, the hazards of common chemicals sometimes are taken for granted. Complacency can set in and improper procedures may be used by those who work with the chemicals ...

Chlorine is a common element in household cleaning and pesticide products. You’re probably most familiar with its use in pools to keep them free from bacteria and algae. It is naturally a gas but can ...