The reaction: `ClO_(3)^(-) +I_(2) to IO_(3)^(-)+Cl_(2)`
A. is possible
B. depends upon the state of products
C. is not possible
D. depends upon the temperature

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Correct Answer - A
In this reaction, I replaces a from `ClO_(3)^(-)`, because Cl in `ClO_(3)^(-)` is in +5 oxidation state and `l_2` is more electropositive than `Cl_(2)`.
Note: The reaction : `I_(2) + 2KCl` is not possible because Cl cannot be replaced by more electropositive `I_(2)`.

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