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\[
3 \mathrm{ClO}_{3}^{-}(a q) \rightarrow \mathrm{ClO}^{-}(a q)+2 \mathrm{Cl}^{-}(a q)
\]
is an example of
ChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular StructureKCETKCET 2017
Options:
  • A Oxidation reaction
  • B Reduction reaction
  • C Disproportionation reaction
  • D Decomposition reaction
Solution:
2440 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Reduction reaction
For the reaction,

The oxidation number of the chlorine changes from \( +5 \) in reactant to \( +1 \) and \( -1 \) in the products, that is, the chlorate (V)
reduces to chloride ions and chlorate (I) ions.

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