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Among the halogens, the one which is oxidised by nitric acid is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)COMEDKCOMEDK 2016
Options:
  • A chlorine
  • B bromine
  • C fluorine
  • D iodine
Solution:
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The correct answer is: iodine
Reducing property of halogens increases from $F$ to $I$. $\therefore$ I get oxidised by nitric acid.


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