Electrochemistry - Result Question 57

####59. The standard reduction potentials at 25C of Li+/Li,Ba2+/Ba,Na+/Na and Mg2+/Mg are 3.03,2.73,2.71 and -2.37 respectively. Which one of the following is the strongest oxidising agent?

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(a) Na+

(b) Li+

(c) Ba2+

(d) Mg2+

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Solution:

  1. (d) Higher the reduction potential, stronger is the oxidising agent.


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