The E∘M3+/M2+ values of Cr,Mn,Fe and Co are −0.41,+1.57,+0.77 and +1.97V, respectively. For which one of these metals the change in oxidation state from +2 to +3 is easiest?
A
Cr
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B
Mn
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C
Fe
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D
Co
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Solution
The correct option is ACr E∘Cr3+/Cr2+=−0.41V E∘Mn3+/Mn2+=+1.57V E∘Fe3+/Fe2+=+0.77V E∘Co3+/Co2+=+1.9 More negative value of E∘red indicates better reducing agent, then easily oxidised. Thus, oxidation of Cr2+ to Cr3+ is the easiest.