When white phosphorus reacts with caustic soda $(NaOH)$,$PH_3$ and $NaH_2PO_2$ are formed. This reaction is an example of what?

  • A
    Oxidation
  • B
    Reduction
  • C
    Disproportionation
  • D
    Neutralization

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For the given reaction $Cl_2 + OH^{-} \to ClO^{-} + Cl^{-}$,select the correct sequence of $T$ (True) and $F$ (False) for the following statements:
$(1)$ The given reaction occurs in a basic medium.
$(2)$ $Cl_2$ undergoes both oxidation and reduction.
$(3)$ The reaction is a disproportionation reaction.
$(4)$ The oxidation state of $Cl$ in $ClO^{-}$ is $+1$.

Which ion undergoes disproportionation in an aqueous solution?

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Assign $A, B, C, D$ from the given type of reaction.
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When $Cl_2$ gas is passed through a hot and concentrated solution of $KOH$,which of the following compounds is formed?

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