Which of the following is the most powerful reducing agent ?

Options

A. `F^(c-)`
B. `Cl^(c-)`
C. `Br^(c-)`
D. `I^(c-)`

Answer

d

Explanation

`I^(c-)` has the highest tendency to get oxidized`(2I^(c-) rarr I_(2)+2e^(-))(` Refer electrochemical series `)` and thus is the most powerful reducing agent.