Chemistry-Balancing Redox Reactions

NEET Chemistry Balancing Redox Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

In the balanced redox reaction between iodide ions and permanganate ions in basic medium, how many moles of MnO2 are formed when 3 moles of I2 are produced?

A

2 moles

B

3 moles

C

4 moles

D

6 moles

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

From the given balanced equation: 6I⁻ + 2MnO₄⁻ + 4H₂O → 3I₂ + 2MnO₂ + 8OH⁻, 3 moles of I₂ correspond to 2 moles of MnO₂.

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