Oxidising action increases in halogen in the following order

Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity Valency and Oxidation State Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Cl < Br < I < F

Cl < I < Br < F

I < F < Cl < Br

I < Br < Cl < F

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Tendency to gain and oxidising power are related. Among halogens is the directly most powerful oxidising agent.

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