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The strongest oxidizing agent among the following is: |
A. | Chlorine |
B. | Iodine |
C. | Fluorine |
D. | Oxygen |
Answer» C. Fluorine | |
Explanation: An oxidizing agent is a chemical species that removes an electron from another species. Fluorine, having the largest positive value of electrode potential, is the strongest oxidizing agent. As a matter of fact, all halogens have a tendency to take up electrons and thus act as strong oxidizing agents. |
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