Post-UTME Chemistry 2006 Objective — Question 2
Question 2 of 19 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Chemistry 2006 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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In the reaction IO3- + 5I- + 6H+ -> 3I2 + 3H2O, the oxidizing agent is
- A. H+
- B. I-
- C. IO3-Correct
- D. I2
Explanation
Iodine in IO3- is reduced (gains electrons), making IO3- the oxidizing agent.
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