Which one among the following is the strongest reducing agent:Fe2+ + 2e -> Fe (-0.44V)Sn2+ + 2e -> Sn (-0.14 V)Ni2+ + 2e -> Ni (0.25 V)Fe3+ + e -> Fe2+ (0.77 V)
Correct answer: C. Fe2+
- A. Fe3+
- B. Ni
- C. Fe2+
- D. Sn
Explanation
Reduction potentials are given. The species with the most negative reduction potential is the strongest reducing agent. So, among the options, -0.77 is the most negative value hence Fe2+ is our correct answer.
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