P-Block Elements Ques 138
Question: The element which never acts as reducing agent in a chemical reaction is
[Bihar CEE 1995]
Options:
A) $ O $
B) $ Li $
C) $ F $
D) $ C $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
F cannot act as reducing agent because it has highest reduction potential $ F_2+2{{e}^{-}}\to 2{{F}^{-}};E^{o}=+2.87V $