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What is sodium hypochlorite?

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sodium hypochlorite is an aqueous solution of NaOCl releasing active chlorine, used for disinfection and oxidation at a controlled dose and pH.

What does sodium hypochlorite mean in practice?

The solution loses active chlorine during storage due to temperature, light and time, so the nominal concentration may decrease.

When does it matter?

Volume dose without knowing the current concentration and water demand does not ensure predictable disinfection.

Which solutions are related to it?

A fresh preparation is used, the dose of active chlorine is calculated, contact is provided and free and total chlorine is measured.