What is the use of potassium dichromate $(K_2Cr_2O_7)$?

  • A
    As an oxidizing agent to convert ferrous ions $(Fe^{2+})$ to ferric ions $(Fe^{3+})$ in acidic medium
  • B
    As a disinfectant
  • C
    As a reducing agent
  • D
    In electroplating

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