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| Q. |
Bleaching action of chlorine is by - |
| A. | decomposition |
| B. | hydrolysis |
| C. | reduction |
| D. | oxidation |
| Answer» D. oxidation | |
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Explanation: Chlorine bleaches by the process of oxidation. It needs moisture for its bleaching action. Chlorine reacts with water to form hydrochloric and hypochlorous acids. |
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