Oxidizing Agents | MCQs

Explanation

A strong oxidizing agent has a greater Reduction potential. 

An oxidizing agent readily accepts electrons, which corresponds to a high reduction potential.

A higher reduction potential indicates a greater tendency for a substance to be reduced (gain electrons) and thus act as an oxidizing agent. 

Explanation

Chlorine (Cl) is a strong oxidizing agent.

It means it can accept electrons from other substances and cause them to be oxidized.

Explanation

Chlorine (Cl2) is a strong oxidizing agent, which means it can accept electrons from other substances and cause them to be oxidized.

Chlorine is a powerful oxidizer and is often used as a disinfectant or bleach.

Explanation

Potassium permanganate is used as a wet dressing for wounds on your skin's surface that are blistered or oozing pus. Athlete's foot and impetigo.