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The standard reduction potentials at 298 K for the following half reactions are given against eath
`Zn^(2+)(aq)+2e^(-) rarr Zn(s),-0.762 V`
`Cr^(3+)(aq)+3e^(-)rarrCr(s),-0.740 v`
`2H^(+)(Aq)+2e^(-)rarrH_(2)(g),0.00V`
`Fe^(3+)(aq)+e^(-)rarrFe^(2+)(aq),0.770 V`
Which is the strongest reducing agent

A

`Zn(s)`

B

`Cs(s)`

C

`H_(2)(g)`

D

`Fe^(3+)(aq)`

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Less the reduction potential weaker is the oxidising agent or stronger is the reducing agent
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