atomic number 17
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Chlorine, atomic number 17, is used to disinfect the water in a swimming pool.
Definition
- Noun:
- A chemical element: "atomic number 17" is the scientific term for the chemical element with 17 protons in its nucleus. It is a member of the halogen group on the periodic table.
- A specific substance: In its pure form under standard conditions, it is a dense, yellow-green gas that is highly reactive, toxic, and irritating to the eyes and respiratory system.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The periodic table lists chlorine as atomic number 17.
- Atomic number 17 is essential for the disinfection of public water supplies.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific Context: The term "atomic number 17" is used primarily in scientific, technical, and educational contexts to specify the element precisely by its fundamental property (proton count), rather than its common name.
- The isotope of atomic number 17 used in research has a mass number of 37.
Variants and Related Words
- Chlorine (n): The common name for the element with atomic number 17.
- Chlorine is added to swimming pools to kill bacteria.
- Chlorinate (v): To treat or combine with chlorine.
- The city will chlorinate the water reservoir.
Synonyms
- Chlorine: The direct and most common synonym for "atomic number 17".
Related Phrases
- Element 17: An alternative numerical designation.
- The properties of element 17 make it an effective bleach.
Chlorine, atomic number 17, is used to disinfect the water in a swimming pool.
Noun
- a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)