NEET2022Chemistry-Redox Reactions
NEET 2022 Chemistry Oxidation States MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
In the neutral or faintly alkaline medium, KMnO₄ oxidises iodide into iodate. The change in oxidation state of manganese in this reaction is from
A
+7 to +3
B
+6 to +5
C
+7 to +4
D
+6 to +4
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
In a neutral or faintly alkaline medium, KMnO₄ is reduced from Mn⁷⁺ to Mn⁴⁺, as it oxidizes iodide to iodate.
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