Which of the following is the most powerful oxidising agent ?

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Solution

The correct option is B F $_{2}$
Flourine is the strongest oxidising agent because flourine is more electro negative and can attract a shared pair of electrons more easily and strongly than chlorine. So, flourine is strongest oxidising agent
$F_{2} + 2 e^{-} ⟶ 2 ¯ F$

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