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The reaction, 3ClO(aq)ClO3(aq)+2Cl(aq) is an example of:


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Oxidation reaction

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Reduction reaction

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Disproportionation Reaction

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Decomposition reaction

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Solution

The correct option is C

Disproportionation Reaction


The given reaction is:

3+1Cl2O(aq)+5Cl2O3(aq)+21Cl(aq)

ClO is oxidised to ClO3 ; ClO is also reduced to Cl . Hence it is a disproportionation reaction.


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