Question

Consider the process in which HClO3 is converted to HClO2. The oxidation state of oxygen remains −2, and the oxidation state of H remains +1. Select the correct statement. 1. Cl is reduced and gains electrons. 2. Cl is reduced and loses electrons. 3. Cl is oxidized and gains electrons. 4. Cl is oxidized and loses electrons

Answer 1

Answer:

Option 1, Cl is reduced and gains electrons

Explanation:

HClO₃  → HClO₂

In HClO₃, chlorine acts with +5 in the oxidation state

In HClO₂,, chlorine acts with +3 in the oxidation state.

The state has been reducted, so the Cl has been reduced. As it was reduced, it means that has won e⁻, in this case 2

Cl⁻⁵  → Cl⁻³  +  2e⁻