Which of the following is the strongest oxidising agent?

Options

A. `BrO_(3)^(-)//Br^(2+), E^(@)= +1.50`
B. `Fe^(3+)//Fe^(2+), E^(@)= + 0.76`
C. `MnO_(4)^(-)//Mn^(2+), E^(@)=+1.52`
D. `Cr_(2)O_(7)^(2-)//Cr^(3+), E^(@)=+1.33`

Answer

C

Explanation

Higher is the reduction potential stronger is the oxidising agent. Hence in the given options, `MnO_(4)^(-)` is strongest oxidising agent.