NEETChemistrys Block Elements
What is the relationship between standard electrode potential (E o ) and reducing power for alkali metals?
Options
- AHigher E o indicates higher reducing power.
- BHigher E o indicates lower reducing power.
- CE o and reducing power are not related.
- DE o remains constant for all alkali metals.
Correct answer
B. Higher E o indicates lower reducing power.
Step-by-step solution
In the context of alkali metals, a more negative standard electrode potential (E o ) indicates higher reducing power. So, higher E o values correspond to lower reducing power.