1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data Aqueous solutions of hypochlorous acid, HOCl, can be unstable due to the reaction: 2HOCl <--> Cl- + ClO2- + 2H+ (c) Write out the balanced reaction appropriate to basic solution corresponding to the reaction given above. 2. Relevant equations K = [Cl-][ClO2-][H+]^2/[HOCl]^2 3. The attempt at a solution This question is part of a bigger equilibrium constant experssions' problem. I have answered all the parts to this question, I just don't understand what they are asking for here in part (c)? The answer given is: 2ClO- <--> Cl- + ClO2- I don't understand how they got to that?