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The standard reduction potential at 298 K for the following half all reactions are given below:
Zn2+(aq)+2eZn(s),E0=0.762 VCr3+(aq)+3eCr(s),E0=0.740V2H+(aq)+2eH2(g),E0=0.0VFe3+(aq)+eFe2+(aq),E0=0.77V
Which is the strongest reducing agent?

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Zn(s)
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Cr(s)
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H2(g)
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Fe2+(aq)
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Solution

The correct option is A Zn(s)
Zn has lowest reduction potential and will be easily oxidized. Therefore, it acts as strongest reducing agent.

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