An element that has a large negative value of standard reduction potential can:
Correct answer: C. Easily be oxidized
- A. Act as an oxidizing agent
- B. Easily be reduced
- C. Easily be oxidized
- D. Easily gain electrons
Explanation
Reduction potential is the measure of the tendency of an element to gain electrons and be reduced. A large negative value of reduction potential indicates that an element can not be reduced easily, it can be oxidized.
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