Question

Is Bromine Safer Than Chlorine?

Answer 1

Bromine: Bromine is a chemical element with the symbol Br and atomic number 35.

• Bromine is a naturally occurring element that is liquid at room temperature.
• It has a brownish-red color with a bleach-like odor and dissolves in water.

Chlorine: Chlorine is a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17.

• Chlorine is an element used in industry and found in some household products.
• Chlorine sometimes occurs as a toxic gas.

Yes, Bromine is comparatively safer than Chlorine.

• The pH of chlorine is high and is more reactive than bromine.
• Chlorine also possesses a strong odor than bromine.
• Bromine is more stable at higher temperatures than chlorine.
• Bromine is more potent at higher pH levels than chlorine.
• Bromides are reactivated by super-chlorinating.