Which species is the STRONGEST oxidizing agent (most positive reduction potential)? E°: F/F = +2.87, Cl/Cl = +1.36, Br/Br = +1.07, I/I = +0.54 V.
- A
Cl
- B
I
- C
Br
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F (largest E°)
Explanation
F has the largest (most positive) reduction potential, so it most readily takes electrons — strongest oxidizer.