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Which of the following redox couple is a stronger reducing agent? Zn (E0 = - 0.76 V) and Fe (E0 = - 0.44 V)

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Which of the following redox couple is a stronger reducing agent?

Zn (E0 = - 0.76 V) and Fe (E0 = - 0.44 V)

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Zn has a larger negative value of E0 than Fe. Thus, Zn is a stronger reducing agent than Fe.

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Chapter 6: Redox Reactions - Exercises [Page 92]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 6 Redox Reactions
Exercises | Q 3. (J)(b) | Page 92

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