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NEET · Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
What is the purpose of an oxidizing agent like HNO 3 or HIO 4 in...
What is the purpose of an oxidizing agent like HNO3 or HIO4 in iodination reactions?
Options
- ATo reduce HI to iodine.
- BTo oxidize the reactants.
- CTo enhance the reactivity of iodine.
- DTo oxidize the HI formed during iodination.
Correct answer
D. To oxidize the HI formed during iodination.
Step-by-step solution
Oxidizing agents like HNO3 and HIO4 are used to oxidize the HI formed during iodination reactions.