Bleaching action of chlorine is due to:

reduction

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oxidation

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acidic effect

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basic effect

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Solution

The correct option is C oxidation
Bleaching action of chlorine is due to oxidation.
We can use chlorine bleach to treat a swimming pool or to treat drinking water.

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