chlorination
/ˌklɔrɪˈneɪʃən/
noun
- The process of adding chlorine to water or another substance to kill bacteria and make it safe to use or drink.
- Many swimming pools rely on chlorination to keep the water clean for swimmers.
- After the flood, emergency crews performed chlorination of the well to remove harmful germs.
- The city's water treatment plant uses chlorination to ensure the tap water is safe.
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