Chlorodizing

/ˈklɔːrəˌdaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of adding chlorine atoms to an organic compound through chemical reaction.

Etymology

Present participle of chlorodize. Describes the ongoing action of treating compounds with chlorine.

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Chlorodizing is happening right now in chemical plants around the world, creating the compounds that go into everything from swimming pool cleaners to industrial refrigerants—it's one of the chemical industry's most practiced reactions!

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