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Q.

Which one of the following compound can act like an oxidizing agent ?

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a

H2S

b

CH4

c

CO2

d

NH3

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

C-4H4; H2S-2; N-3H3;  Oxidation state of central atom in all the above compounds=Gp. Number-8,  which is the least oxidation state exhibited by any element in its compound. They can act like  reductants but never act like oxidants. Oxidation state of carbon in CO2=+4 Compounds in which the central atom is in its highest oxidation state act like oxidizing agents.

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