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English noun: atomic number 17

1. atomic number 17 (substance) a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)


Synonymschlorine, Cl


Broader (hypernym)chemical element, element, gas, halogen


Narrower (hyponym)radiochlorine


Substance meronymcommon salt, sodium chloride









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