The orange-red color of an aqueous solution of $K_2Cr_2O_7$ changes to lemon yellow when treated with aqueous $KOH$. What is the reason for this?

  • A
    Reduction of $Cr(VI)$ to $Cr(III)$.
  • B
    Conversion of chromium ion to chromate ion.
  • C
    Conversion of dichromate ion to chromate ion.
  • D
    Oxidation of potassium hydroxide to potassium peroxide.

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