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Chemistry Question on Classical Idea Of Redox Reactions – Oxidation And Reduction Reactions

Which of the following can not act as an oxidising agent?

A

MnO4-

B

SO2-

C

N3-

D

BrO3-

Answer

N3-

Explanation

Solution

In N3−\text{N}^{3-}, nitrogen is present in its lowest possible oxidation state. Hence, it cannot be further reduced and cannot act as an oxidizing agent.
The correct option is (C) : N3-