Indicate the number of all particles in the chlorine atom.

The number of protons in the chlorine atom is 17.

The number of neutrons in a chlorine atom is 18.

The number of electrons in a chlorine atom is 18.

Chlorine is usually used for water purification, in the manufacture of paper, textiles, petroleum products, medicines, antiseptics, insecticides, solvents and paints, plastic, bleach for fabrics, wood and paper, as a disinfectant, in the extraction of gold from its ores, etc.

Chlorine is a toxic gas that will irritate the respiratory system. It does not exist in its pure form in nature, it is obtained from salt.