JEE MainChemistryElectrochemistry
Given the standard reduction potentials: E^ _ F ₂/ F ^- = 2.87 V E^ _ Ag ^+/ Ag = 0.80 V E^ _ Sn ²⁺/ Sn = -0.14 V E^ _ Na ^+/ Na = -2.71 V The strongest oxidizing agent among the following is:
Options
- AF ^-
- BF ₂
- CNa
- DNa ^+
Correct answer
B. F ₂
Step-by-step solution
The strength of an oxidizing agent increases with an increase in its standard reduction potential (SRP). From the given data, the F ₂/ F ^- couple has the highest standard reduction potential ( +2.87 V ). This means F ₂ has the maximum tendency to accept electrons and get reduced. Therefore, F ₂ is the strongest oxidizing agent. Answer: F ₂