Chemistry-Standard Electrode Potential

NEET Chemistry Standard Electrode Potential Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11

Assertion (A): A negative standard electrode potential (E⁰) indicates that a redox couple is a stronger reducing agent than the hydrogen electrode. | Reason (R): The standard electrode potential for the hydrogen electrode is set at 0.00 volts by convention.

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.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A negative E⁰ value implies that the species prefers to lose electrons more readily than hydrogen, making it a stronger reducing agent. The hydrogen electrode potential is set as 0.00 V, serving as a reference.

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