Question

The reduction potential values of $M,N$ and $O$ are $+2.46V,1.13V,-3.13V$ respectively. Which of the following orders is correct regarding their reducing property?

• A. $O>N>M$
• B. $O>M>N$
• C. $M>N>O$
• D. $M>O>N$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$O>N>M$

$\to$ Reduction Potential:-

$M\to +2.46V$

$N\to +1.13V$

$O\to -3.13V$

$\to$ The electrode which has more reduction potential is a good oxidizing agent and has least reducing power.

$\to$ While the electrode which has less reduction potential,it has more reducing power.

$\therefore$ Order of reducing power is :- $O>M>N$