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The reaction that takes place when Cl2 gas is passed through conc. NaOH solution is:

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Oxidation
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Reduction
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Displacement
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Disproportionation
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Solution

The correct option is D Disproportionation
6NaOH+3Cl25NaCl+NaClO3+3H2O

Disproportionation as the oxidation state of chlorine goes from 0 to 1 in NaCl and to +5 in NaClO3.

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