Q10 / 95 · NTA Abhyas (JEE Main) 2020 · Chemistry · s Block Elements

Lithium is the strongest reducing agent though it has highest ionistion energy in its group. Which of the following factors is responsible for making Li the strongest reducing agent?

  • A
    Large heat of atomisation
  • B
    Smaller size
  • C
    Large sublimation energy
  • Correct answer
    D
    Large amount of hydration enthalpy

Solution

Large amount of hydration energy makes it strongest reducing agent inspite of its highest ionisation enthalpy.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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