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Which of the following redox couple is a stronger oxidizing agent? Cl2 (E0 = 1.36 V) and Br2 (E0 = 1.09 V) - Chemistry

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Which of the following redox couple is a stronger oxidizing agent?

Cl2 (E0 = 1.36 V) and Br2 (E0 = 1.09 V)

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Cl2 has a larger positive value of E0 than Br2. Thus, Cl2 is a stronger oxidizing agent than Br2.

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Chapter 6: Redox Reactions - Exercises [Page 92]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] 11 Standard
Chapter 6 Redox Reactions
Exercises | Q 3. (I)(a) | Page 92

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