Chapter 11, Problem 6DQ

Which of the following is the best reducing agent: ${\text{F}}_{\text{2}}{\text{, H}}^{\text{+}}$ , Na, ${\text{Na}}^{\text{+}}{\text{, or F}}^{\text{–}}$ ? Explain. Order as many of thesespecies as possible from the best to the worst oxidizingagent. Why can’t you order all of them? From Table 11.1 choose the species that is the best oxidizing agent.Choose the best reducing agent. Explain.