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Standard reduction potential is least for Li. Why? 

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Lithium cation is small in size with high hydration ability.
`Li(s)+aqtoLi^(+)(aq)+e^(-)`.
The reaction proceeds leading to the formation of stable hydrated cation. Hence reduction potential is least.
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