Among the following which is the strongest oxidising agent? (a) Br2 (b) I2 (c) Cl2 (d) F2
Among the following which is the strongest oxidising agent?
(a) Br2 (b) I2 (c) Cl2 (d) F2
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(d) Since all the halogens have a strong tendency to accept electrons. Therefore halogens act as strong oxidising agents and their oxidising power decreases from fluorine to iodine
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Correct option (d) F2
Explanation :
Standard reduction potentials of halogens are positive and decrease from fluorine to iodine. So, F2 is the strongest oxidising agent.
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