2 ClO- → (Cl)- + ClO2-

This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:

ClI + 2 e- → Cl-I (reduction)

ClI - 2 e- → ClIII (oxidation)

ClO- is both an oxidizing and a reducing agent (disproportionation (dismutation)).

Reactants:

  • ClO-

Products:

  • Cl-
  • ClO2-