Question

Which of the following compound is not a strong oxidizing agent ?

• A. $Pb{O}_2$
• B. $PbC{l}_4$
• C. $P{b}_2{O}_3$
• D. $CC{l}_4$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $CC{l}_4$

$Pb{O}_2$, $PbC{l}_4$ and $P{b}_2{O}_3$ are strong oxidizing agents.

This is because, lead in higher oxidation state can accept electrons to form lower oxidation state which is more stable.

This is not possible for carbon tetrachloride. hence, carbon tetrachloride is a strong oxidizing agent.