Given the standard reduction potentials: 2+ Zn(aq) + 2e-> Zn(s) Ag (aq) + e Ag(s) Which species is the best oxidizing agent? Zn(s) Ag(s) Ag (aq) 2+ o Zn²(aq) E =-0.76 V E"=0.80 V

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Given the standard reduction potentials:
Zn²+ (aq) + 2e-> Zn(s)
Ag (aq) + e Ag(s)
Which species is the best oxidizing agent?
Zn(s)
Ag(s)
+
Ag (aq)
2+
o Zn (aq)
E =-0.76 V
E = 0.80 V
Transcribed Image Text:Given the standard reduction potentials: Zn²+ (aq) + 2e-> Zn(s) Ag (aq) + e Ag(s) Which species is the best oxidizing agent? Zn(s) Ag(s) + Ag (aq) 2+ o Zn (aq) E =-0.76 V E = 0.80 V
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