The standard reduction potentials at $298 \ K$ for the following half reactions are given against each:
$Zn^{2+}(aq.) + 2e^- \rightleftharpoons Zn_{(s)}$; $E^\circ = -0.762 \ V$
$Cr^{3+}(aq.) + 3e^- \rightleftharpoons Cr_{(s)}$; $E^\circ = -0.740 \ V$
$2H^{+}(aq.) + 2e^- \rightleftharpoons H_{2(g)}$; $E^\circ = 0.00 \ V$
$Fe^{3+}(aq.) + e^- \rightleftharpoons Fe^{2+}(aq.)$; $E^\circ = 0.770 \ V$
Which is the strongest reducing agent?

  • A
    $Zn_{(s)}$
  • B
    $Cr_{(s)}$
  • C
    $H_{2(g)}$
  • D
    $Fe^{2+}(aq.)$

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