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Why are halogens strong oxidising agents ?

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(i)They have low bond dissociation energy. , (ii)They have high electron affinity.
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  • The strong oxidising agent has :

    A
    high value of reduction potential
    B
    high value of oxidation potential
    C
    low value of reduction potential
    D
    high tendency to lose electrons

  • Oxidising agent is-

    A
    Acceptor of electrons
    B
    Donor of electrons
    C
    Acceptor of protons
    D
    None of these

  • Strongest oxidising agent is

    A
    `PbO_(2)`
    B
    `PbO`
    C
    `Pb_(3)O_(4)`
    D
    White lead

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