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The compound `AgF_2` is unstable. However, if formed, the compound acts as a very strong oxiding agent. Why?

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AgF_2 rarr Ag+F_2.
Due to the release of .F_2(g), AgF_2. will act as a very powerful oxidizing agent.
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