Q.

E for Fe2++2eFe is 0.44V E for Zn2++2eZn is 0.76V.Then 

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a

Fe is more electropositive than Zn

b

Zn is more electropositive than Fe

c

None of the above

d

Zn is more electronegative

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

The Eo values for the reduction process are given;

Eredo for Zn2+/Zn = -0.76V Ered ofor Fe2+/Fe = -0.44V

Metal with smaller reduction potential value has  more tendency to oxidize(loose lectrons) 

Hence Zn is more electropositive than Fe. 

 

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