H₂O₂ reduces MnO₄⁻ ion to

Options

(a) Mn³⁺
(b) Mn²⁺
(c) Mn⁻
(d) Mn⁺

Correct Answer:

Mn²⁺

Explanation:

2MnO₄⁻ + 5H₂O₂ + 6H⁺ → 2Mn²⁺ + 8H₂O + 5O₂. Thus in this reaction, H₂O₂ reduces the MnO₄⁻ ion to Mn²⁺ ion.