Abstract:
Hypochlorites are chemical compounds containing the chlorate (I) anion(
[OCl]- ). It is a greenish – yellowish liquid commonly referred to as “Bleach”.
Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl) is a compound that can be effectively used for
surface purification, water disinfectants ( Disinfectants are microbial agents that
are applied to nonliving objects to destroy microorganisms, the process of which is
known as disinfection), bleaching, odour removal etc. It has a relative density of
1.1 [ 5.5% water solution]. It is unstable and Chlorine evaporates. It is strong
oxidizer and reacts with flammable compounds however it’s solution is a weak
base that is inflammable.
