Solutions of halogen bleaches decompose on standing, at a rate which depends on solutions and storage conditions. Hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite anions decompose according to Equations 5 and 6:Equation # Equation 5 3 HOCl ® HClO3 + 2 HCl 6 3 OCl‑ ® ClO3‑ + 2 Cl‑...