The halogen that oxidises water...

The halogen that oxidises water

A

`F_(2)`

B

`Cl_(2)`

C

`Br_(2) `

D

`I_(2)`

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The correct Answer is:

A

`F_(2) + 3H_(2) O rarr 2H_(3) O_(2)^(+) + 2F^(-) + ( 1)/( 2) O _(2) , F_(2)^(0) rarr F^(-1)`

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