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hypochlorous acid

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun hypochlorous acid has 1 sense
  1. hypochlorous acid - a weak unstable acid known only in solution and in its salts; used as a bleaching agent and as an oxidizing agent
    --1 is a kind of
    acid

Definitions from the Web

Hypochlorous Acid

Description:

Hypochlorous Acid is a weak acid that forms when chlorine dissolves in water. It is commonly used as a disinfectant and sanitizer due to its strong oxidizing properties. It is also a crucial component of the human immune defense system.

Part of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Chemical Compound

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

As a disinfectant:

Example Sentence: The hypochlorous acid effectively killed all the bacteria on the surface.

Related Products: Hypochlorous Acid Disinfectant

Sense 2:

As a sanitizer:

Example Sentence: The hypochlorous acid solution can be used to sanitize kitchen countertops.

Related Products: Hypochlorous Acid Sanitizer

Sense 3:

As a component of the immune defense system:

Example Sentence: Hypochlorous acid is produced by certain white blood cells in the human immune system to fight off pathogens.

Chemical Formula:

The chemical formula for hypochlorous acid is HOCl.

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