2.11.2 Chlorine Flashcards
1
Q
What is a disproportionation reaction?
A
I disproportionation reaction is where a species is both oxidised and reduced
2
Q
How is ClO- formed?
A
Chlorine (I) acid ionises to produce chlorite (I) ion
3
Q
What is the equation for the reaction of producing chlorate (I) from chloric (I) acid?
A
HClO(aq) ↔️ H+(aq) + ClO-(aq)
4
Q
What is a use for the chlorate (I) ion?
A
It is a powerful disinfectant
5
Q
Why is chlorine added to water?
A
Chlorine is added to water to provide safe drinking water
6
Q
What condition is needed to produce more chloric (I) acid?
A
More chloric (I) acid is produced at lower pH
7
Q
What is the equation between chlorine and water?
A
Cl2(aq) + H2O ↔️ HCl(aq) + HClO(aq)
