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The value of standard hydrogen electrode...

The value of standard hydrogen electrode potential is taken as zero, because -

A

hydrogen has a high reducing power

B

hydrogen is the lightest element

C

according to convention, its potntilal is taken as zero

D

this electrode can be easily constructed

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