Thanks For the following reaction KClO rightarrow KClO 12 O

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For the following reaction KClO rightarrow KClO + 1/2 O2 assign oxidation states to each element on each side of the equation. Which element is oxidized? K Cl O Which element is reduced? K Cl O

Solution

K = +1 and +1

Cl = +1 and -1

O = -2 and 0

Element Oxidized = Oxygen

Element Reduced = Element Gaining Electron = Cl