chlorination

• 指在有机化合物中加入或取代氯的化学过程；也指通过加入少量氯或含氯化合物对水进行消毒处理。

A noun referring to the process of adding or substituting chlorine in organic compounds, or the disinfection of water by adding small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound.

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1. Chemical processC1formalscientific

   The addition or substitution of chlorine atoms into organic compounds.

   氯化

   • Chlorination of methane produces chloromethane and hydrochloric acid.
   • The industrial chlorination of benzene is a key step in manufacturing certain pesticides.
   • Researchers studied the chlorination of alkenes to form dichloro compounds.

2. Water treatmentB2formaltechnical

   The disinfection of water by adding small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound to kill harmful microorganisms.

   氯化消毒

   • Municipal water supplies rely on chlorination to ensure safe drinking water.
   • Swimming pools require regular chlorination to prevent the spread of bacteria.
   • Chlorination is a cost-effective method for purifying water in many communities.