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The compound xenon fluorides are strong oxidizing agents because xenon:

  1. A Is very electronegative
  2. B Has a high ionization energy Correct answer
  3. C Can be oxidized easily
  4. D Has high electron affinity

Solution

Xenon fluorides act as strong oxidizers because Xe has high ionization energy but forms strong bonds with F, releasing energy when reduced.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 18: Noble Gases

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