Examine the activity series given below. Where are the strongest reducing agents located in the given activity series?
A) They are located near the top of the series.
B) They are located near the middle of the series.
C) They are located near the bottom of the series.
D) The strength of a reducing agent depends on the substance being reduced.

Question

Examine the activity series given below.  Where are the strongest reducing agents located in the given activity series?
A) They are located near the top of the series. 
B) They are located near the middle of the series. 
C) They are located near the bottom of the series. 
D) The strength of a reducing agent depends on the substance being reduced.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The strongest reducing agents are located near the top of the activity series, as they are able to reduce a wide range of substances below them in the series. As we move down the series, reducing power decreases.

Examine the Activity Series Given Below