Which one of the following types of elements is most likely to be a good oxidizing agent? Group of answer choices a) transition elements b) alkaline earth elements c) alkali metals d) lanthanides e) halogens.

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Holden Bernard

5 March, 02:15

Which one of the following types of elements is most likely to be a good oxidizing agent? Group of answer choices a) transition elements b) alkaline earth elements c) alkali metals d) lanthanides e) halogens.

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Kolton · Answer 1

e) halogens

Explanation:

Halogens -

It is the group of elements present in the group 17 of the periodic table.

Oxidizing agent -

It is the process by which the process of oxidation takes place,

It is the tendency of an element to oxidize other element by accepting electrons and reducing itself.

In the electrochemical series,

Halogens are placed on the top of the series, and hence have the capability to act as a very good oxidizing agent, as they can easily accept electrons other elements and reduce themselves and thereby by oxidizing the other element.