Examine the Following Half-Reactions and Select the Strongest Oxidizing Agent

question 53

Multiple Choice

Examine the following half-reactions and select the strongest oxidizing agent among the substances.

• A) [PtCl₄]^2-(aq)
• B) RuO₄(s)
• C) HFeO₄^- (aq)
• D) H₄XeO₆(aq)
• E) Cl^-(aq)

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