Which of the following forms the most basic hydroxide?

C u

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A l

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N a

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Z n

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Solution

The correct option is C $N a$
As sodium has highest oxidation potential among all. So it has highest tendency for oxidation reaction and it forms most basic hydroxide.

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Which of the following forms the most basic hydroxide?

The correct option is C NaAs sodium has highest oxidation potential among all. So it has highest tendency for oxidation reaction and it forms most basic hydroxide.

The correct option is C $N a$
As sodium has highest oxidation potential among all. So it has highest tendency for oxidation reaction and it forms most basic hydroxide.