sodium chlorite
The sodium salt of chlorous acid (HClO
2 ). Sodium chlorite (NaClO
2 ), an oxidizing agent, is used for
bleaching and the delignification of wood pulp,
dyeing, and other purposes. When an acid is added
to an aqueous solution of sodium chlorite, it
liberates chlorine dioxide.
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