JAMB Mathematics 2022 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 41 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Which of the following pairs are oxidising agents?

A. Chlorine and bromineCorrect
B. Chlorine and H₂S
C. Sodium and chlorine
D. Chlorine

Explanation

Halogens (Group VII) are good oxidising agents. Chlorine and bromine both readily accept electrons (are reduced). H₂S and sodium are reducing agents.

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