All Sodium hypochlorite articles
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News
Explainer: The chemistry that keeps swimming pools clean and safe
How disinfectant chemicals protect us when we’re having a dip
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Research
First crystal structure of bleach in its 200-year history
X-ray structure of chemistry staples hypochlorite and hypobromite recorded for the first time
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News
Algae confirmed as culprit in Rio green pool saga
Accidental addition of hydrogen peroxide destroyed hypochlorite allowing algae to thrive
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News
Green diving pool debacle at Rio Olympics
Chemistry underpinning rapid change in pool’s colour remains murky
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Podcast
Sodium hypochlorite
What do hygienic work surfaces have in common with 19th century French violins? Brian Clegg finds out.