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Question

Consider the following spontaneous cell reactions:
X + Z²⁺ → X²⁺ + Z
Y + Z²⁺ → Y²⁺ + Z
X + Y²⁺ → X²⁺ + Y
Identify the best oxidizing agent and the best reducing agent.

Accepted Answer

Best oxidizing agent: $$Z^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: X

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Best oxidizing agent: $$X^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: Y

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Best oxidizing agent: $$Y^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: Z

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Best oxidizing agent: $$X^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: Z

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Best oxidizing agent: $$Y^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: X

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Best oxidizing agent: $$Z^{2+}$$  Best reducing agent: Y