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Question

The values of x and y in the following redox reaction.
$xCl_2 + 6OH^- \rightarrow ClO_3^- + yCl^- + 3H_2O$ are

A

x = 2, y = 4

B

x =5, y = 3

C

x = 3, y = 5

D

x = 4, y = 2

Answer

x = 3, y = 5

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (C): x = 3, y = 5.