Based on the Following Information

question 36

Multiple Choice

Based on the following information,
Cl₂(g) + 2 e^- → 2 Cl^-(aq) E° = + 1.36 V
Mg²⁺(aq) + 2 e^- → 2 Mg(s) E° = -2.37 V
Which of the following chemical species is the strongest reducing agent?

• A)Cl₂(g)
• B)Mg²⁺(aq)
• C)Cl^-(aq)
• D)Mg(s)