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The chemical formula of iodate is __________

(a) HIO3

(b) HIO

(c) HIO2

(d) H2IO2

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Asked question is from Iodine, Bromine and Ozone Treatment topic in chapter Properties of Disinfection of Environmental Engineering

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The correct choice is (a) HIO3

To elaborate: The chemical formula of iodate is HIO3 which is formed when the pH during the decomposition of hypoiodite ion is over 8.

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