A-LevelChemistryGroup 179701/12 · Oct/Nov 2021 · Q151 Mark
Redox reactions are common in the chemistry of Group 17 elements. Which statement is correct?
ABr⁻ ions will reduce Cl2 but not I2.
BCl2 will oxidise Br⁻ ions but not I⁻ ions.
CF2 is the weakest oxidising agent out of F2, Cl2, Br2 and I2.
DI⁻ ions are the weakest reducing agent out of F⁻, Cl⁻, Br⁻ and I⁻.
✓ Correct answer
A: Br⁻ ions will reduce Cl2 but not I2.
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