What would likely happen if you added water to a chlorine leak?

When adding water to a chlorine leak, the process typically exacerbates the situation. Chlorine is a highly reactive gas that can dissolve in water to form hydrochloric acid, among other compounds. This reaction can lead to the release of additional chlorine gas, increasing the concentration of chlorine in the air and posing a greater risk to health and safety.

Adding water may dilute the chlorine temporarily, but it does not neutralize the chlorine; instead, the hazards associated with chlorine gas can increase, leading to a more significant leak or more extensive hazardous area. Therefore, managing a chlorine leak requires careful containment and neutralization methods specifically designed for chlorine, rather than simply adding water.