chloramines
Water treatment compounds
Chloramines are chemical compounds formed when chlorine combines with ammonia or organic nitrogen.
Water treatment facilities use chloramines as disinfectants because they last longer in pipes than chlorine alone.
They can also form unintentionally when chlorine bleach mixes with ammonia-containing cleaners, producing toxic fumes: Never mix bleach with ammonia—the chloramines can be dangerous.
Element seven, colorless gas
- halogenatedBonded with reactive nonmetals
- aminesAmmonia derivatives
- oxidationLosing electrons chemically
- chlorinationDisinfecting with a halogen
synthesis · nitrosamines · byproducts · residuals · chemical reactions · inorganic · organic compounds · nucleophiles
Cleaning supply for consumption
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
- biocideChemical that kills organisms
sterilization · purification · decontamination · sanitation · bactericide · pathogen · microbicide · potable water
Sharply strong-smelling
- acridUnpleasantly sharp-smelling
- fumesAirborne chemical irritants
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
- stingingCausing sharp pain
eye-watering · harsh · irritating · chemical smell · strong · noxious · biting · offensive
Related to breathing organs
- asthmaChronic lung inflammation
- coughingForceful air expulsion reflex
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
- rashHeedless or skin irritation
inflammation · sensitizer · bronchitis · rhinitis · lacrimation · skin irritation · eye irritation · allergic reaction
Enclosed aquatic recreation area
- natatoriumIndoor swimming facility
- swimmerOne who moves through water
- waterparkRecreational swimming complex
- hot tubHeated jetted soaking pool
spa · ventilation · pool shock · urea · sweat · pool maintenance
nitrogen
Element seven, colorless gas
- halogenatedBonded with reactive nonmetals
- aminesAmmonia derivatives
- oxidationLosing electrons chemically
chlorination · synthesis · nitrosamines · byproducts · residuals · chemical reactions · inorganic · organic compounds · nucleophiles · hydrolysis
water treatment
Cleaning supply for consumption
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- antimicrobialKills or inhibits germs
biocide · sterilization · purification · decontamination · sanitation · bactericide · pathogen · microbicide · potable water · distribution system
pungent
Sharply strong-smelling
stinging · eye-watering · harsh · irritating · chemical smell · strong · noxious · biting · offensive · locker room smell
respiratory
Related to breathing organs
- asthmaChronic lung inflammation
- coughingForceful air expulsion reflex
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
rash · inflammation · sensitizer · bronchitis · rhinitis · lacrimation · skin irritation · eye irritation · allergic reaction · eczema
indoor pool
Enclosed aquatic recreation area
- natatoriumIndoor swimming facility
- swimmerOne who moves through water
- waterparkRecreational swimming complex
hot tub · spa · ventilation · pool shock · urea · sweat · pool maintenance
chloraminesozonation
Disinfection using O3 gas
ultraviolet treatment · raw water · chlorine gas · ozone · hypochlorous acid