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.