Which of the following statement is correct about chlorine? | CGP Edu

Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Skill Builder Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the following statement is correct about chlorine?

A

With cold and dilute alkalis, it gives chloride and chlorate. and

B

With hot and concentrated alkalis, it produces a mixture of chloride and hypochlorite.

C

With dry slaked lime, it gives bleaching powder.

D

Both

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Chlorine on reaction with cold and dilute alkalis produces a mixture of chloride and hypochlorite but on reaction with hot and concentrated alkalies, it gives chloride and chlorate.

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