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Re: Chlorine as an Algae Killer




> From: Erik Wolla <ew at vingmed_no>
> Date: Wed, 30 Oct 1996 14:11:33 +0100
> Subject: Chlorine as Algae Killer
> 
>Can somebody specify exactly what is in "Chlorine", i.e. what chemical(s) goes into their
>local chlorine bleach product and the corresponding dilution / dip time for algae kill-off.
> 
>Here in Norway the most common product is kalled "Klorin" and I believe the label says
>it contains a Hypochlorite? solution, can't remember the strength off the top of my head.

In the United States, "chlorine bleach" is commonly a 5% solution of 
sodium hypochlorite in water.

Craig