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Question
The oxidation state for which E° value is more ______ will be more stable in aqueous medium.
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Solution
The oxidation state for which E° value is more positive will be more stable in aqueous medium.
Explanation:
The oxidation state for which the standard reduction potential (E°) is more positive will be more stable in aqueous medium, because a higher E° means the species has a stronger tendency to gain electrons (be reduced) and thus is favored in solution.
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