Chloramine
Chloramine
Chloramine (pronounced klor-uh-meen) is a group of chemical compounds that contain chlorine and nitrogen. The term is often used to refer to any chloramine that is formed by mixing chlorine with ammonia.
Etymology
The term "chloramine" is derived from the elements that make up the compound: chlorine and ammonia. The "-amine" suffix is a common ending for compounds containing nitrogen.
Types of Chloramine
There are three types of chloramines: monochloramine, dichloramine, and trichloramine. Each type is distinguished by the number of chlorine atoms it contains.
- Monochloramine is a type of chloramine that contains one chlorine atom. It is often used in water treatment because it is more stable and less likely to form harmful byproducts than other types of chloramines.
- Dichloramine contains two chlorine atoms. It is less commonly used in water treatment because it is less stable and more likely to form harmful byproducts.
- Trichloramine contains three chlorine atoms. It is the least stable type of chloramine and is not typically used in water treatment.
Uses
Chloramines are most commonly used in water treatment. They are used to disinfect water and control the growth of microbes. Chloramines are also used in the production of disinfectants and sanitizers.
Related Terms
- Chlorine: A chemical element that is often used in disinfection and sanitation.
- Ammonia: A compound of nitrogen and hydrogen. It is often used in the production of fertilizers and cleaning products.
- Water treatment: The process of making water suitable for specific end-uses, such as drinking, industry, and irrigation.
- Disinfectant: A substance that is used to kill microorganisms and prevent infection.
- Sanitizer: A substance that is used to reduce the number of microorganisms to a safe level.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chloramine
- Wikipedia's article - Chloramine
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