In the reaction : 3Br 2 + 6CO 3 2– + 3H 2 O → 5Br – + BrO 3 – + 6HCO 3 –

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In the reaction : 3Br2 + 6CO3 2– + 3H2O 5Br + BrO3 + 6HCO3

  1. Bromine is reduced and carbonate ion is oxidised.
  2. Bromine undergoes disproportionation.
  3. Bromine is reduced and water is oxidised.
  4. Only water is oxidised to carbonic acid.

Answer

(B) Bromine undergoes disproportionation.

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