Especially around the summer time we are trying to cool off in the pools. Public pools contain chlorine to keep the water clean. The chlorine prevents bacteria from growing which makes it safe to swim ...

If you notice your hair tends to feel drier after swimming in a pool, chlorine is likely to blame. Chlorine helps cut down bacteria in pools, but it can also strip your hair of natural oils, making it ...

One hot afternoon last week, I packed up my two girls, the sunscreen, hats, snacks and towels and wandered over to the wading pool at Creston Park. It's a perfect spot to while away an hour or two.

Chlorine occurs naturally as one of the basic building blocks of matter. It possesses powerful disinfecting and bleaching capabilities that we harness for a wide range of industrial and domestic ...

With summer around the corner, pool owners may be spending more to enjoy a refreshing respite from the heat. According to experts, there is a chlorine shortage due to a swimming pool boom and a fire ...

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