Give the reason for bleaching action of `Cl_2`.

Give reason for the bleaching action of Cl_(2) .

Explain bleaching property of chlorine. OR *Give reason for bleaching action of chlorine

Explain the bleaching action of Cl_2 .

Give the mechanism of the bleaching action of H_(2)O_(2) .

Give the reason for the bleaching property of chlorine.

Assertion: Bleaching action of SO_(2) is temporary whereas bleaching action of Cl_(2) is permanent. Reason: Bleaching by SO_(2) and Cl_(2) is due to oxidation.

Bleaching action of SO_2 is due to