Question

What is the order of halogens in oxidzing strength?

Answer 1

Oxidizing strength DECREASES down the Group....

Explanation:

And the way to remember this is that fluorine is the MOST reactive element on the Periodic Table. Fluorine gas will oxidize EVERYTHING, including oxygen to give `OF_2`.. And if you meet a fluorine chemist he is likely to have a finger or an eye missing.