Which of the following metal atoms would have the highest conductivity?
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Solution:
Reduction potential of metal ions are provided below. Higher the value to reduction potential, greater is the tendency of metal to remain in reduced state.
In present case, reduction potential of Au is maximum, hence it is least prone to undergo oxidation. Hence, it is least reactive.
On other hand, reduction potential of Na is minimum, hence it is most prone to undergo oxidation. Hence, it is most reactive.
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Solution:
Reduction potential of metal ions are provided below. Higher the value to reduction potential, greater is the tendency of metal to remain in reduced state.
In present case, reduction potential of Au is maximum, hence it is least prone to undergo oxidation. Hence, it is least reactive.
On other hand, reduction potential of Na is minimum, hence it is most prone to undergo oxidation. Hence, it is most reactive.