Question
Chemistry Question on Electrochemistry
The tendencies of the electrodes made up of Cu, Zn and Ag to release electrons when dipped in their respective salt solutions decrease in the order
A
Zn > Ag > Cu
B
Cu > Zn > Ag
C
Zn > Cu > Ag
D
Ag > Cu > Zn
Answer
Zn > Cu > Ag
Explanation
Solution
Reducing character i.e tendency to loose electron decreases down the series, hence the correct order is Zn > Cu > Ag