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JEE MAIN Chemistry QUESTION #1008
Question 1
The species which does NOT undergo disproportionation reaction is:
  • \(\text{ClO}_3^-\)
  • \(\text{ClO}^-\)
  • \(\text{ClO}_2^-\)
  • \(\text{ClO}_4^-\)(Correct)
Correct Answer Explanation
\(\text{ClO}_4^-\) (perchlorate) has chlorine in its highest oxidation state (\(+7\)), so it cannot be oxidized further. Disproportionation requires an element to be simultaneously oxidized and reduced, which is impossible at the maximum oxidation state.