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The p-Block Elements

Question

When blue litmus is dipped into a solution of hypochlorous acid, it first turns red and is then decolorized. Why?

Answer

HOCl acts both as an acid (HOCl→H⁺ + OCl^–) as well as a bleaching agent (HOCl→ HCI + O).

Formation of HCl change the colour of litmus paper.

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When blue litmus is dipped into a solution of hypochlorous acid, it first turns red and is then decolorized. Why?

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When blue litmus is dipped into a solution of hypochlorous acid, it first turns red and is then decolorized. Why?

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