Predict whether or not `Cl_(2)` would disproportionate in cold alkaline medium. The standard reduction potentials of` Cl_(2)|Cl^(-)` and `ClO^(-)|Cl_(2)` are `1.36V` and `0.40V`, respectively.

Explanation

To determine whether \( \text{Cl}_2 \) would disproportionate in a cold alkaline medium, we need to analyze the given standard reduction potentials and apply the concept of cell potential.

### Step 1: Identify the Half-Reactions
The two half-reactions involved are:
1. Reduction of \( \text{Cl}_2 \) to \( \text{Cl}^- \):
\[ \text{Cl}_2 + 2e^- \rightarrow 2\text{Cl}^- \quad (E^\circ = 1.36 \, \text{V}) \]
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