Non-metal which is used to sterilize water is :

iodine

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bromine

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chlorine

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sulphur

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Solution

The correct option is D chlorine
Chlorine is a non-metal which is used to disinfect water.

Chlorine can be applied for the deactivation of most microorganisms like bacteria.

Hence the correct option is C.

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