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Chlorine is mixed with drinking water so...

Chlorine is mixed with drinking water so that

A

Dirt is removed

B

Water becomes colourless

C

Bacteria are killed

D

Suspended impurities get removed.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Chlorine is used in the sterilisation of water (as a germicide and disinfectant).
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