Mg also redds vigorously with add solutions. For example, the reaction of Mg wit

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Mg also redds vigorously with add solutions. For example, the reaction of Mg with HCI solution, shown in Equation 5, involves the transfer of electrons from Mg to hydrogen ions (H^+), resulting in the formation of molecular hydrogen, H_2. Mg(s, silver) + 2 HCL(aq) rightarrow MgCl_2(aq) + H_2(g) (eq. 5) The vigor of the reaction is evidence of Mg's reducing strength. Based on this information and your observations of the Zn-HCl reaction in Part IV, which substance is the stronger reducing agent, Mg or Zn? briefly explain.

Explanation / Answer

Mg is a stronger reducing agent then Zn because:-

A) more metallic character and hence more tendency to loose electrons

B) lower ionisation energy

C) higher oxidation potential

D) more reactive towards acid to liberate Hydrogen

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