The ratio of oxidation states of Cl in p...

The ratio of oxidation states of `Cl` in potassium chloride to that in potassium chlorate is

A

`+(1)/(5)`

B

`-(1)/(5)`

C

`-(2)/(5)`

D

`+(3)/(5)`

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The correct Answer is:

B

Oxidation state of `Cl` in `KCl = -1`
Oxidation state of Cl in `KClO_(3) = +5`
`:.` Ratio of oxidation state of `Cl = (-1)/(5)`

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