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Assertion : In alkaline solution, H2O2 r...

Assertion : In alkaline solution, `H_2O_2` reacts with potassium ferricyanide.
Reason : `H_2O_2` is a strong reducing agent.

A

If both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B

If both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C

If (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.

D

If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

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The correct Answer is:
A
`underset("Pot. Ferricyanide")(2K_3[Fe(CN)_6]) + 2KOH + H_2O_2 to underset("Pot. Ferrocyanide")(2K_4[Fe(CN)_6]) + 2H_2O+ O_2`
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