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Observed and calculated values for the standard electrode potentials \(\left(M^{2+} \rightarrow M\right)\) are shown in the figure above.
Based on the data shown, which of the following statements are true?
(A) Cu is not able to liberate \(H _2\) from acid.
(B) Zn is not able to liberate \(H _2\) from acid.
(C) An increase in the sum of the first and second ionization enthalpies leads to lessnegative \(E^{\circ}\) values.
(D) Only oxidising acids react with Cu.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A (A), (C) and (D) only
  2. B (A), (B) and (C) only
  3. C (A), (B) and (D) only
  4. D (B), (C) and (D) only
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(A) (A), (C) and (D) only

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(A) \(E^{\circ}(\text{Cu}^{2+}/\text{Cu}) > 0\). Cu is weaker reducing agent than \(H_2\), cannot liberate \(H_2\) from acid. True. (B) \(E^{\circ}(\text{Zn}^{2+}/\text{Zn}) (C) Higher ionization enthalpies mean more energy input for \(M \rightarrow M^{2+}\), making…
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