JEE Main2013ChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in PropertiesActual
Which one of the following cannot function as an oxidising agent?
Options
- AI ⁻
- BS ( s )
- CNO ₃⁻( aq )
- DCr ₂ O ₇²⁻
Correct answer
A. I ⁻
Step-by-step solution
If an electronegative element is in its lowest possible oxidation state in a compound or in free state. It can function as a powerful reducing agent. e.g. I ⁻