The reaction of aqueous KMnO₄ with H₂O₂ in acidic conditions gives

Options

(a) Mn⁴⁺ and O₂
(b) Mn²⁺ and O₂
(c) Mn²⁺ and O₃
(d) Mn⁴⁺ and MnO₂

Correct Answer:

Mn²⁺ and O₂

Explanation:

2 KMnO₄ + 3H₂SO₄ + 5H₂O₂ → K₂SO₄ + 2MnSO₄ +8H₂O + 5O₂ i.e Mn⁺⁺ ion and O₂