Redox Reactions Question 4
Question 4 - 2024 (27 Jan Shift 2)
Which of the following cannot function as an oxidising agent?
(1) $N^{3-}$
(2) $SO _4^{2-}$
(3) $BrO _3^{-}$
(4) $MnO _4^{-}$
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Answer (1)
Solution
In $N^{3-}$ ion ’ $N$ ’ is present in its lowest possible oxidation state, hence it cannot be reduced further because of which it cannot act as an oxidizing agent.