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Which compound among the following has lowest oxidation number of chlorine ?

A

Copper metal can be oxidised by `Zn^(2+)` ions.

B

`HClO_(3)`

C

HCl

D

HOCl

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The correct Answer is:
C
`HCl : 1+x=0rArr x =-1`
`HClO_(4):1+x-8=0rArr x= +7`
`HClO_(3):1+x-6=0 rArr x = +5`
`HOCl: 1-2+x=0rArr x= +1`
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