Question

Is potassium permanganate a disinfectant?

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. Disinfectant: A disinfectant is a substance or compound which is used to eliminate or prevent the growth of germs on inert surfaces.
2. Potassium permanganate has the chemical formula ${\mathrm{KMnO}}_4$
3. Potassium permanganate is a powerful oxidant.
4. It is used as a disinfectant.

Hence, potassium permanganate is used as a disinfectant.