Predict the powerful oxidizing agent in 3rd period.

Sulphur

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Sodium

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Chlorine

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Bromine

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Solution

The correct option is C Chlorine
The oxidizing nature increases across a period as the tendency to gain electrons increases.

chlorine is the most powerful oxidizing agent in the third period.

Option C is correct.

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