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Question

Calculate the equivalent mass of KMnO4 in the below reaction.
MnO4(+7)MnO24(+6) (alkaline medium)

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158
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316
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79
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157
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Solution

The correct option is A 158
MnO4(+7)MnO24(+6)
Equivalent weight of KMnO4=Molecular weightNumber of electrons involved in the reaction
Molecular weight of KMnO4 = 158
In the given reaction, only one electron is gained, so
Equivalent weight=Molecular weight of KMnO41=158
Note: It is important to note that KMnO4 acts as an oxidant in every medium although with different strength which follows the order,

acidic medium > neutral medium > alkaline medium

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