STANDARDChemistry-Redox Reactions

STANDARD Chemistry Balancing Equations MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

For the redox reaction, MnO₄⁻ + C₂O₄²⁻ + H⁺ → Mn²⁺ + CO₂ + H₂O The correct coefficients of the reactants for the balanced equation are

A

MnO₄⁻ - 16 C₂O₄²⁻ - 5 H⁺ - 2

B

MnO₄⁻ - 2 C₂O₄²⁻ - 5 H⁺ - 16

C

MnO₄⁻ - 2 C₂O₄²⁻ - 16 H⁺ - 5

D

MnO₄⁻ - 5 C₂O₄²⁻ - 16 H⁺ - 2

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The balanced equation is 2MnO₄⁻ + 5C₂O₄²⁻ + 16H⁺ → 2Mn²⁺ + 10CO₂ + 8H₂O. The coefficients ensure mass and charge balance.

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