Which compound reacts with chlorine to give two products in which chlorine has deifferent oxidation number?

Correct answer: C. Sodium hydroxide

  • A. Ethane
  • B. Potassium iodate (V)
  • C. Sodium hydroxide
  • D. Potassium hydroxide

Explanation

Chlorine reacts with sodium hydroxide to give NaCl and NaClO where oxidation states of Cl are different. This reaction along with the oxidation states is given below:

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