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Chlorine is used as a bleaching agent during the manufacture of paper. Environmental pollution can be controlled if ozone is used instead of chlorine. Identify the contributions of green chemistry in similar situations.

Green chemistry:

i. A branch of chemistry has emerged which addresses the pollution caused in such situations.


ii. It controls the production of various dangerous chemicals.


iii. As a result, it reduces the bad effects on nature and environment. This is called green chemistry.


iv. It produces eco-friendly products.


v. It reduces pollution.


vi. It converts hazardous chemicals into useful substances.


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