Reduction potential of ions are given below: [figure] The correct order of their oxidising power is :
- IO4- > BrO4- > ClO4-
- BrO4- > ClO4- > IO4-
- ClO4- > IO4- > BrO4-
- BrO4- > IO4- > ClO4-
Answer
(4) BrO4- > IO4- > ClO4-
Solution
Higher E red ⇒ greater tendency to be reduced ⇒ stronger oxidising agent
E : BrO4- (1.74 V) > IO4- (1.65 V) > ClO4- (1.19 V)
∴ Oxidising power: BrO4- > IO4- > ClO4-
Answer: (4)