Why Does Bleach Remove Almost Everything?

What exactly is bleach? That familiar liquid under your kitchen sink looks almost like water, but it can whiten clothes, remove stains, and destroy microorganisms through some surprisingly powerful chemistry. From an ordinary bottle under the sink to the chemistry happening at the molecular level, this is the fascinating story behind one of the most familiar chemicals in your home. Timestamps 00:03 Introduction 01:08 Before Modern Bleach 02:26 Why Does Bleach Whiten Things? 03:34 The Part That Kills Germs 04:54 So, What Exactly Is Bleach? 06:21 Why Does Bleach Smell So Strong? 07:17 The Chemistry Behind an Everyday Liquid #HistoryOfSimpleThings #Bleach #Chemistry #EverydayScience #HouseholdChemicals #Cleaning #ScienceExplained #ChemicalReactions