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Which of the following order is correct of reducing strength in water-

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Cs>Rb>K>Na>Li
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Li>Na>K>Rb>Cs
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Li>Cs>Rb>K>Na
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None of these
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Solution

The correct option is C Li>Cs>Rb>K>Na
Order of reducing power increases as we move down the group. However, Li due to its high hydration energy of its cation is the strongest reducing alkali metals.

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