Question:

In aqueous solution, \(Cr_2O_7^{2-}\) ion converts to which of the following in alkaline medium?

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Dichromate changes to chromate in alkaline medium; chromate changes to dichromate in acidic medium.
Updated On: Jun 29, 2026
  • \(Cr^{3+}\)
  • \(CrO_4^{2-}\)
  • \(CrO\)
  • \(CrO_3\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
Chromate and dichromate ions exist in equilibrium depending upon the pH of the medium. In acidic medium, chromate ion changes to dichromate ion. In alkaline medium, dichromate ion changes to chromate ion.

Step 1: Write dichromate-chromate equilibrium.
The equilibrium is: \[ Cr_2O_7^{2-}+2OH^- \rightarrow 2CrO_4^{2-}+H_2O \]

Step 2: Understand colour and medium.
Dichromate ion is orange. \[ Cr_2O_7^{2-} \Rightarrow \text{orange} \] Chromate ion is yellow. \[ CrO_4^{2-} \Rightarrow \text{yellow} \] In alkaline medium, dichromate converts into chromate.

Step 3: Final answer.
Therefore: \[ Cr_2O_7^{2-} \xrightarrow{\text{alkaline medium}} CrO_4^{2-} \] Hence: \[ \boxed{\text{(B) }CrO_4^{2-}} \]
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