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Stronger is the oxidizing agent greater is the___________________?

Correct answer: D. standard reduction potential

  • A. Oxidation potential
  • B. Redox potential
  • C. e.m.f of cell
  • D. standard reduction potential

Explanation

An oxidising agent accepts electrons, so its tendency to be reduced is measured by its standard reduction potential. A stronger oxidising agent has a more positive standard reduction potential, E°red. Students may choose oxidation potential by reversing the direction of the half-reaction and therefore using the wrong potential.

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About Standard Hydrogen Electrode

The standard hydrogen electrode provides the reference potential of 0.00 V for measuring electrode potentials. It consists of platinum in contact with hydrogen gas at standard pressure and hydrogen ions at standard concentration, usually at 25°C, and can operate as either the oxidation or reduction half-cell.

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