Which of the following statements is/are correct for the O.S. of elements in (bleaching powder)? — Redox Reactions and Volumetric Analysis Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

Bleaching powder is $Ca^{2+}(OCl)^- Cl^-$. <br>The chloride ion ($Cl^-$) has O.S. -1. <br>The hypochlorite ion ($OCl^-$) has $Cl$ in +1 and $O$ in -2. <br>Calcium is an alkaline earth metal in +2 state.