The products of the disproportionation of chlorine in water are A) HClO and O₂ B) HClO and HCl C) ClO₂ and H₂ D) OH^- and HCl

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When chlorine is added to water, it undergoes disproportionation - both oxidation and reduction reactions. The final products are HClO (hypochlorous acid) and HCl (hydrochloric acid). Therefore, option B is the best choice. Option A and C have incorrect chemical formulas. Option D has incorrect chemical formulas and contains an irrelevant ion (OHF1F1F1S1^F1F1F10).

The Products of the Disproportionation of Chlorine in Water Are