Which One of the Following Reagents Is Capable of Oxidizing

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following reagents is capable of oxidizing Br^- (aq) to Br₂(l) under standard-state conditions

• A) I^- (aq)
• B) NO₃^- (aq)
• C) Ag⁺ (aq)
• D) Al³⁺ (aq)
• E) Au³⁺ (aq)

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