Assertion :Chlorination of water helps in its sterilization. Reason: On passing chlorine into water it kills germs due to its storing oxidizing action.

Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion

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The correct option is A Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion
Chlorine acts as a strong oxidising agent. In water, it is involved in a reversible reaction that produces a mixture of hypochlorous acid and hydrochloric acid. It damages the cells of bacteria and other pathogens and thus sterilises the water.

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