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MHT CET · Chemistry · Redox Reactions

What is the oxidation state of iodine in \(\mathrm{I}_2 \mathrm{Cl}_6\) ?

  1. A 7
  2. B -3
  3. C 3
  4. D -2
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(C) 3

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Let x be the oxidation state of I in \(\mathrm{I}_2 \mathrm{Cl}_6\).
\(\therefore2 x+6 \times(-1)=0\)
\(2 x-6=0\)
\(2 x=6\)
\(\therefore x=+3\)