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In aqueous solution, Eu2+ ion acts as a/an

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oxidizing agent
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reducing agent
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either a) or b)
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none of these.
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Solution

The correct option is B reducing agent

Eu2+ has strong tendency to be oxidized to more stable Eu3+. Therefore, it acts as a reducing agent.


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