The reducing power of a metal depends on various factors. Suggest the factor which makes Li, the strongest reducing agent in aqueous solution.
(i) Sublimation enthalpy
(ii) Ionisation enthalpy
(iii) Hydration enthalpy
(iv) Electron-gain enthalpy
The reducing power of a metal depends on various factors. Suggest the factor which makes Li, the strongest reducing agent in aqueous solution.
(i) Sublimation enthalpy
(ii) Ionisation enthalpy
(iii) Hydration enthalpy
(iv) Electron-gain enthalpy
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1 Answer
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This is a multiple choice type question as classified in NCERT Exemplar
Correct Option (iii)
Li due to its small size it has a high value of hydration enthalpy. Due to the high hydration enthalpy of Li atom, it is the strongest reducing agent in the aqueous medium.
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