For which element of first transition series the oxidation potential value
$(M \to M^{2 +} + 2 e^{-})$ is lowest

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Solution

The correct option is D
Cu

In electrode potential series, the standard electrode potential of Cu is higher therefore oxidation potential is lowest.

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For which element of first transition series the oxidation potential value
$(M \to M^{2 +} + 2 e^{-})$ is lowest

T i

C u

F e^{2 +} + 2 e^{-} \to F e (- 0.44 V)

N i^{2 +} + 2 e^{-} \to N i (- 0.25 V)

S n^{2 +} + 2 e^{-} \to S n (- 0.14 V)

F e^{3 +} + e^{-} \to F e^{2 +} (+ 0.77 V)

(E_{M^{2 +} / M})

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