Which non-metal is used in the purification of water?
A
Sodium
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B
Sulphur
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C
Chlorine
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D
Iodine
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Solution
The correct option is C Chlorine Adding chlorine to drinking water to disinfect it and kill germs. Different processes can be used to achieve safe levels of chlorine in drinking water and hence disinfecting the water.