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Is there a periodic trend in oxidation strength of the halogens?

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As the halogens become less reactive down the group, their oxidising ability decreases. Remember that oxidation is a gain of electrons. Halogens become less oxidising as you move down the group as it is more difficult to gain an electron.

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