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The oxidation state of manganese in KMnO<sub>4</sub> is:

Answer: +7.

  • A +4
  • B +7
  • C +2
  • D +6

Correct answer: B. +7

Explanation: In KMnO₄: K is +1, O is -2 (×4 = -8), so Mn = +7 to balance.

Electron Transfer: Zn + Cu²⁺ → Zn²⁺ + CuZnloses 2e⁻OXIDISED (Zn → Zn²⁺)2e⁻Cu²⁺gains 2e⁻REDUCED (Cu²⁺ → Cu)Zn = reducing agentCu²⁺ = oxidising agent

Electron transfer in a redox reaction: zinc loses electrons (oxidised, acts as reducing agent) and copper(II) ions gain those same electrons (reduced, acts as oxidising agent).

Concept context

Master electron transfer in chemistry: assign oxidation states, balance half-reactions, identify oxidising and reducing agents, and connect redox to everyday reactions.

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