Question
On the basis of standard electrode potential values, suggest which of the following reactions would take place? (Consult the book for $\text{E}^\ominus$ value).
  1. $\text{Cu + Zn}^{2+}\xrightarrow{ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ }\text{Cu}^{2+}+\text{Zn}$
  2. $\text{Mg + Fe}^{2+}\xrightarrow{ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ }\text{Mg}^{2+}+\text{Fe}$
  3. $\text{Br}_2+\text{2Cl}^-\xrightarrow{ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ }\text{Cl}_2+2\text{Br}^-$
  4. $\text{Fe + Cd}^{2+}\xrightarrow{ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ }\text{Cd + Fe}^{2+}$

Answer

On the basis of standerd reduction potential suggested in the reactivity series (ii) reaction can take place as Mg has more negative value of $\text{E}^\ominus$ cell. Thus, Mg will be oxidized by losing electron and iron will be reduced by gaining electron.

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