In 1814, the chemical Chlorine dioxide was discovered by Sir Humphry Davy. He experimented with adding sulfuric acid (H2SO4) to potassium chlorate (KClO3). He found an antimicrobial biocide recognized in the early 1900s for eliminating bacteria. Since then, it has been well-known for its disinfectant properties. In the 1930s, chlorine dioxide was used more frequently …
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