The following reaction is used for the preparation of oxygen gas in the laboratory:
$2KClO_{3(s)} \xrightarrow[Catalyst]{Heat} 2KCl_{(s)} + 3O_{2(g)}$
Which of the following statement$(s)$ is(are) correct about the reaction?

  • A
    It is a decomposition reaction and accompanied by release of heat
  • B
    It is a combination reaction
  • C
    It is a decomposition reaction and endothermic in nature
  • D
    It is a photochemical decomposition reaction and exothermic in nature

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