noun
bleaching powder; chlorinated lime; calcium hypochlorite
Abbreviation of クロールカルキ. Refers to the chemical compound used as a disinfectant or bleaching agent. Common in household and water treatment contexts.
from German Kalk · from Dutch kalk
See also: クロールカルキ
プールの消毒にカルキを使う。
We use chlorinated lime to disinfect the pool.
カルキ臭が気になるなら、浄水器を使うといい。
If the chlorine smell bothers you, using a water purifier is a good idea.
Full form of the loanword; カルキ is the common abbreviation.
Formal chemical name for calcium hypochlorite; カルキ is the everyday term.
From German 'Kalk' or Dutch 'kalk', originally meaning lime. In Japanese it specifically refers to chlorinated lime (bleaching powder).