What is the correct completion of the reaction: X₂ + OH^- → where X is a halogen A)X₂ + 2 OH^- → 2 XOH B)X₂ + 4 OH^- → 2 X(OH)₂ C)X₂ + 2 OH^- → XO₂ + XH₂ D)X₂ + 2 OH^- → OX^- + X^- + H₂O E)X₂ + OH^- → no reaction

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When a halogen reacts with hydroxide ions, it typically forms hypohalite ions (OX^-) and halide ions (X^-) along with water.

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