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Eo for Mg2+/Mg=−2.37V,Zn2+/Zn=−0.76V and Fe2+/Fe=−0.44V

Which of the following statement is correct?

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Zn reduces Fe2+
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Zn reduces Mg2+
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Mg oxidises Fe
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Zn oxidises Fe
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Solution

The correct option is A Zn reduces Fe2+
Higher the negative value of reduction potential, the higher will be the reducing power.

Hence, Mg reduces both Zn2+ and Fe2+.Zn can reduce Fe2+ but not Mg2+.

Similarly, Fe2+ can oxidise Zn and Mg both.

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