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Which of the following compounds is the strongest reducing agent ?

A

`H_2O`

B

`H_2S`

C

`H_2Se`

D

`H_2Te`

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The correct Answer is:
D
The reducing character depends upon the strength of M-H bond. When we move down the group. the strength of chalcogen with H decreases, hence the H can easily be released.
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