AIPMT MAIN2008Chemistry-Electrochemistry

AIPMT MAIN 2008 Chemistry Standard Electrode Potentials MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

On the basis of the following E° values, the strongest oxidizing agent is [Fe(CN)₆]³⁻ → [Fe(CN)₆]⁴⁻ + e⁻; E° = -0.35 V Fe²⁺ → Fe³⁺ + e⁻; E° = -0.77 V

A

[Fe(CN)₆]³⁻

B

[Fe(CN)₆]⁴⁻

C

Fe²⁺

D

Fe³⁺

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The strongest oxidizing agent is the one with the highest reduction potential. Here, [Fe(CN)₆]³⁻ has a higher E° value compared to Fe²⁺, making it the stronger oxidizing agent.

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