Acid + Chlorine Flashcards
1
Q
State another effect hydrochloric acid has in the stomach
A
It kills bacteria
2
Q
Explain the meaning of electrolysis
A
Breaking up compounds using electricity.
3
Q
Describe a test to show a gas is chlorine
A
Damp blue litmus paper held over a gas. If it turns red then white chlorine is present
4
Q
Explain the potential hazards of storing large volumes of chlorine
A
Chlorine is toxic so if it leaks, for example in a factory it could burn people
5
Q
State a large scale of chlorine
A
Sterilise swimming pools
6
Q
Where is hydrochloric acid present in?
A
The stomach to help digestion
