Bond dissociation enthalpy of E—H (E = element) bonds are given below. Which of the compounds will act as the strongest reducing agent?

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Compound∆diss (E—H)/kJ mol–1

NH3389

PH3322

AsH3297

SbH3255

(i) NH3

(ii) PH3

(iii) AsH3

(iv) SbH3

Correct Answer: (iv) SbH3

Explanation: SbH3 is the compound that will act as the strongest reducing agent.