JEE Main20198 Apr 2019Morning ShiftChemistryRedox ReactionsActual
Given that, E O 2 / H 2 O o = + 1 .23 V ; E S 2 O 8 2 - / SO 4 2 - o = 2 .05 V E Br 2 / Br - o = + 1 . 09 V ; E Au 3 + / Au o = 1 .4 V The strongest oxidizing agent is
Options
- AO 2
- BS 2 O 8 2 -
- CB r 2
- DA u 3 +
Correct answer
B. S 2 O 8 2 -
Step-by-step solution
For strongest oxidizing agent, the standard reduction potential should be highest. An oxidizing agent, or oxidising agent is a substance that has the ability to oxidize other substances — in other words to accept their electrons. Common oxidizing agents are oxygen, hydrogen peroxide and the halogens.