CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

MnO4+5Fe2++8H+Mn2++5Fe3++4H2O(l)
In the equation for the reaction represented above, which of the following indicates the reduction that takes place?

A
Fe2++eFe3+
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Fe3++eFe2+
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
Fe2+Fe3++e
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
2H++O2H2O(l)+2e
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
E
MnO4+8H++5eMn2++4H2O(l)
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is E MnO4+8H++5eMn2++4H2O(l)
MnO4+5Fe+2+8H+Mn+2+5Fe+3+4H2O
Reduction means decrease in Oxidation state i.e
+7MnO4+8H++5e+2Mn+2+4H2O(l)
{Decrease in oxidation state:Reduction}

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Introduction to Chemical Bonding
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon