The correct order of reduction potentials of the following pairs is

A. Cl₂/Cl^$$-$$

B. I²/I^$$-$$

C. Ag⁺/Ag

D. Na⁺/Na

E. Li⁺/Li

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

The metal ion (in gaseous state) with lowest spin-only magnetic moment value is :

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : A mixture contains benzoic acid and napthalene. The pure benzoic acid can be separated out by the use of benzene.

Reason R : Benzoic acid is soluble in hot water.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

During halogen test, sodium fusion extract is boiled with concentrated HNO₃ to