The appropriate mixing ratio for a solution to kill bloodborne pathogens is 1 part chlorine to 10 parts water. If you are mixing a solution in a spray bottle with 15 ounces of water, how much chlorine do you need to add for the correct ratio?

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Israel Barber

30 August, 21:07

The appropriate mixing ratio for a solution to kill bloodborne pathogens is 1 part chlorine to 10 parts water. If you are mixing a solution in a spray bottle with 15 ounces of water, how much chlorine do you need to add for the correct ratio?

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Madeleine Riggs · Answer 1

The ratio is:

Chlorine : Water = 1 : 10

m (Water) = 15 ounces

m (Chlorine) = x

x : 15 = 1 : 10

10 x = 15 * 1

10 x = 15

x = 15 : 10

x = 1.5 ounces

Answer:

We need to add 1.5 ounces of Chlorine for the correct ratio.