Chlorite facts for kids
This page is about the chlorine anion. For the group of minerals, see Chlorite (mineral).
Chlorite is an ion. Its chemical formula is ClO2–. It is an oxidizing agent. It contains chlorine in its +3 oxidation state. They can be known as salts of chlorous acid. Some chlorites are explosives. It can be made by dissolving chlorine dioxide in a base. It can also be made by reduction of chlorate with hydrogen peroxide. Sodium chlorite is the most common chlorite.
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In Spanish: Clorito para niños
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