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The standard reduction potentials at 298 K for the following half reactions are given,

Zn2+(aq)+2eZn(s) E= 0.762 V

Cr3+(aq)+3eCr(s) E= 0.740 V

2H+(aq)+2eH2(g) E= 0.000 V

Fe3+(aq)+eFe2+(s) E= 0.770 V

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)
EOP for Zn=+0.762 V (maximum amongst the given values)

More the value of EOP, more is the tendency for the species to get oxidised, and hence the strongest reducing agent.

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