Which of the following is the strongest reducing agent in aqueous medium? (a) Mg (b) Na (c) Li (d) Ca

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Which of the following is the strongest reducing agent in aqueous medium?

(a) Mg

(b) Na

(d) Ca

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06/12/2021 1:08 pm

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Correct answer: (c) Li

Explanation:

In an aqueous medium, Li is the strongest reducing agent, since the high negative enthalpy of hydration compensates high IE₁.

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