Which among the given options is used to bleach cotton fabrics?

Methanol

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Carbon dioxide

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Carbon monoxide

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Chlorine

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Solution

The correct option is D
Chlorine

In the textile industries, chlorine is used to bleach cotton fabrics. The bleaching action of chlorine is due to the oxidation of the substance.

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