Among the following which is the strongest oxidising agent?
- Br2
- I2
- Cl2
- F2
Answer
(4) F2
Solution
As per NCERT, F2 is the strongest oxidising halogen because of its low enthalpy of dissociation of the F–F bond, high hydration enthalpy of F- and the highest standard reduction potential (E = +2.87 V).
Oxidising power: F2 > Cl2 > Br2 > I2
Answer: (4)