$Zn^{2+} + 2e^- \to Zn_{(s)}$; $E^o = -0.76 \ V$
$Fe^{3+} + e^- \to Fe^{2+}$; $E^o = +0.77 \ V$
$Cr^{3+} + 3e^- \to Cr_{(s)}$; $E^o = -0.74 \ V$
$H^{+} + e^- \to 1/2 H_2$; $E^o = 0.00 \ V$
Which of the following is the strongest reducing agent?

  • A
    $Fe^{2+}$
  • B
    $Zn$
  • C
    $Cr$
  • D
    $H_2$

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