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Which of the following is the strongest reducing agent?

A
Be
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Ba
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Ca
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Mg
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Solution

The correct option is B Ba
Among the elements of alkaline earth metals, barium is the strongest reducing agent. On moving down the group, the atomic size increases. The electropositive character increases and the ionization enthalpy value decreases. Hence, reducing power also increases from Be to Ba.

Hence, option B is correct.

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