Chlorite

Chlorite is an ion. Its chemical formula is ClO₂^–. It is an oxidizing agent. It contains chlorine in its 3 oxidation state. They can be known as salts of chlorous acid. Some chlorites are explosives. It can be made by dissolving chlorine dioxide in a base. It can also be made by reduction of chlorate with hydrogen peroxide. Sodium chlorite is the most common chlorite.

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