Where chlorine is used for drinking water treatment purposes, the type of chlorine selected depends on a number of factors, including cost, availability, equipment maintenance, and ease of application.

4.5 Application to drinking water treatment 4.5.1 Chlorine in water treatment 4.5.2 Primary disinfection 4.5.3 Secondary disinfection 4.5.4 Formation of chlorinated disinfection by-products 4.5.5 Taste and …

Prolonged exposure to high levels of chlorine in drinking water may lead to cellular damage and can compromise the immune system. Research indicates that excessive levels can disrupt endocrine …

Feb 7, 2020 · By evaluating trends, water utilities can quickly observe any increase or decrease in concentrations and take appropriate action, if required (e.g., enhanced monitoring, reformation of …

Sep 11, 2025 · Can the chlorine added to my drinking water harm me? Chlorine can be dangerous in very high concentrations, but there is no evidence that chlorine disinfectants are harmful to people …

Chlorine is a versatile disinfectant that kills many types of bacteria, viruses and parasites (pathogens) that cause waterborne infections. Some waterborne infections can cause severe illness and even …

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Learn why chlorine is added to tap water, how much is considered safe, and what effects it can have on your health — plus how filtration systems like Aquasana can help reduce chlorine exposure.