The reduction potential values are given below. Which is the strongest reducing agent? $Al^{3+}/Al = -1.67 \, V, Mg^{2+}/Mg = -2.34 \, V, Cu^{2+}/Cu = +0.34 \, V, I_2/2I^- = +0.53 \, V$

  • A
    $Al$
  • B
    $Mg$
  • C
    $Cu$
  • D
    $I_2$

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