When chlorine is bubbled through aqueous solution of potassium iodide, iodine gas is liberated because
A. chlorine is more electropositive
B. chlorine has higher electron affinity
C. chlorine is more powerful oxidant than iodine
D. none of the above.

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Correct Answer - C
The oxidising power is in the order `F_2gt Cl_2gt Br_2gt I_2`

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