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Which of the following statements is not correct ?

A

Copper liberates hydrogen from acids.

B

In its higher oxidation states, manganese forms stable compounds with oxygen and fluorine

C

`Mn^(3+)` and `Co^(3+)` are oxidising agents in aqueous solution.

D

`Ti^(2+) and Cr^(2+)` are reducing agents in aqueous solution.

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To determine which statement is not correct among the options provided, we can analyze each statement based on the principles of electrochemistry and the electrochemical series. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Analyze Statement 1: "Copper liberates Hydrogen from Acids."** - The electrochemical series ranks metals based on their ability to displace hydrogen from acids. Copper (Cu) has a reduction potential of +0.34 V for the reaction Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ → Cu. The reduction potential for hydrogen ions (H⁺) is 0.0 V. - Since copper has a higher reduction potential than hydrogen, it cannot displace hydrogen from acids. Therefore, this statement is **incorrect**. 2. **Analyze Statement 2: "In its higher oxidation state, manganese forms a stable compound with oxygen and fluorine."** - Manganese can exist in various oxidation states, including +4, +6, and +7. Compounds like MnO₄⁻ (permanganate) and MnF₄ are stable. Thus, this statement is **correct**. 3. **Analyze Statement 3: "Mn³⁺ and MnO₄⁻ are oxidizing agents."** - Mn³⁺ can act as an oxidizing agent because it can be reduced to Mn²⁺. Similarly, MnO₄⁻ is a strong oxidizing agent, capable of reducing to Mn²⁺ in acidic conditions. Therefore, this statement is **correct**. 4. **Analyze Statement 4: "Ti²⁺ and Cr²⁺ are reducing agents in aqueous solution."** - Ti²⁺ can indeed act as a reducing agent, as it can be oxidized to Ti³⁺. Cr²⁺ can also act as a reducing agent, being oxidized to Cr³⁺. Thus, this statement is **correct**. 5. **Conclusion:** - Based on the analysis, Statement 1 is the only incorrect statement, as copper does not liberate hydrogen from acids. ### Final Answer: The statement that is not correct is **Statement 1: "Copper liberates Hydrogen from Acids."**

To determine which statement is not correct among the options provided, we can analyze each statement based on the principles of electrochemistry and the electrochemical series. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Analyze Statement 1: "Copper liberates Hydrogen from Acids."** - The electrochemical series ranks metals based on their ability to displace hydrogen from acids. Copper (Cu) has a reduction potential of +0.34 V for the reaction Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ → Cu. The reduction potential for hydrogen ions (H⁺) is 0.0 V. - Since copper has a higher reduction potential than hydrogen, it cannot displace hydrogen from acids. Therefore, this statement is **incorrect**. ...
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