Bleaching powder is used in drinking water as a/an
A
Disinfectant
B
Antibiotic<br>
C
Antiseptic
D
Coagulant
Correct Answer: Disinfectant
Bleaching powder, CaOCl2 or calciumoxychloride is used to kill germs and bacteria of water because it contains chlorine element, which is good disinfecting agent.