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Use the E0 values of the following elements: Zn, Cu, Pb, and Al. Which element is the most active reducing agent?

User Rick Roy
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Answer:

Al

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User Ozcanyarimdunya
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Answer:

Al

Step-by-step explanation:

The reduction potentials of the metals are

Al= -1.66

Zn= -0.76

Cu= +0.34

Pb= -0.13

Hence All has the most negative reduction potential and is the most reducing element among all the elements listed.

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