Which of the following has the highest reduction potential?
Correct answer: A. F
- A. F
- B. Li
- C. Cl
- D. Mg
Explanation
Reduction potential is the ability of a substance to get reduced. In other words, it is a measure of a substance's ability to oxidize other substances. In this case, F has the highest reduction potential as it can oxidize Cl, Mg, and Li. Fluorine is the best oxidizing agent that there is. The reduction potentials of the given elements decrease in the following order: F > Cl > Mg > Li.
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