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In the reaction, `I_(2)+2S_(2)O_(3)^(2-) rarr 2I^(-)+S_(4)O_(6)^(2-)`. Equivalent wieght of iodine will be equal toA. `I_(2)` is reducing agent.B. `I_(2)` is oxidising agent and `S_(2)O_(3)^(2-)` is reducing agentC. `S_(2)O_(3)^(2-)` is oxidising agent.D. `I_(2)` is reducing agent and `S_(2)O_(3)^(2-)` is oxidising agent.

Answer» Correct Answer - B
`overset(0)I_(2) rarr overset(-2)(2I^(-))`
`I_(2)` undergoes reduction hence acts as oxidising agent.
`S_(2)^(+2)O_(3)^(2-)rarrS_(4)^(+2.5)O_(6)^(2-)`
It undergoes oxidation hence acts as a reducing agent.


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