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[Cl⁻]

Definition

[Cl⁻] represents the concentration of chloride ions (Cl⁻) in a solution. It indicates the amount of Cl⁻ present.

Analogy

Think of [Cl⁻] as the number of people wearing blue shirts in a crowd. It tells you how many individuals are part of this specific group.

Related terms

Electrolyte: A substance that dissociates into ions when dissolved in water, allowing for electrical conductivity.

Chlorine Gas (Cl₂): A pale green gas used for various purposes, including water disinfection and bleaching agents.

Halide Ions (F-, Cl-, Br-, I-): A group of negatively charged ions derived from halogens, such as chlorine (Cl).

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