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Which of the following statement is wrong?

A

`F_(2)` is the strongest oxidising agent as its reduction potential is highest

B

Li is the weakest reducing agent as its reduction potential is low

C

Li is the strongest reducing agent as its reduction potential is low

D

`F^(-)` ion does not show reducing property when react with metal ion

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To determine which of the statements provided is wrong, we will analyze each statement one by one based on our understanding of electrochemistry, particularly focusing on the concepts of oxidation and reduction potentials. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Statement Analysis**: - **Statement 1**: "F2 is the strongest oxidizing agent as its reduction potential is the highest." - This statement is **correct**. Fluorine (F2) has the highest standard reduction potential among all elements, making it the strongest oxidizing agent. 2. **Statement 2**: "Lithium is the weakest reducing agent as its reduction potential is low." - This statement is **incorrect**. Lithium is actually a strong reducing agent because it has a high oxidation potential (meaning it readily loses electrons). A low reduction potential indicates a strong tendency to oxidize (lose electrons), which makes lithium a strong reducing agent. 3. **Statement 3**: "Lithium is a strong reducing agent as its reduction potential is low." - This statement is **correct**. As mentioned, lithium has a low reduction potential, which means it easily gives up its electrons, thus acting as a strong reducing agent. 4. **Statement 4**: "Negative ion does not show reducing property when reacting with metal ion." - This statement is **correct**. A negative ion (like F-) is already in its lowest oxidation state and cannot be reduced further, so it does not act as a reducing agent. ### Conclusion: The wrong statement among the options provided is **Statement 2**: "Lithium is the weakest reducing agent as its reduction potential is low."
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