Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The structure of compound A having a formula
Concept introduction:
The substance which gets easily reduced is termed as a strong oxidizing agent. It is also defined as the substance which oxidizes other substances by accepting their electrons. Examples of strong oxidizing agents are potassium permanganate, hydrogen peroxide and many more.
(b)
Interpretation:
The structure of compound B having a formula
Concept introduction:
The substance which gets easily reduced is termed as a strong oxidizing agent. It is also defined as the substance which oxidizes other substances by accepting their electrons. Examples of strong oxidizing agents are potassium permanganate, hydrogen peroxide and many more.
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