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What was the reason for suggesting the name "chlorine" for the element?
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)NEET
Options:
  • A Its strong acidic properties
  • B Its bright yellow color
  • C Its greenish yellow color
  • D Its high reactivity with metals
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Its greenish yellow color
The name "chlorine" was suggested for the element because of its greenish yellow color.

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