Chemistry-Standard Electrode Potential

NEET Chemistry Standard Electrode Potential Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): A negative standard electrode potential indicates that the redox couple is a stronger reducing agent. | Reason (R): Standard electrode potential is a measure of the tendency of a species to remain in its oxidized or reduced form.

A

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false but R is true.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A negative standard electrode potential indicates a strong reducing agent, and the value of standard electrode potential reflects the tendency to remain in oxidized or reduced form, as per the NCERT context.

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