Select the Best Statement Relating to the Following Reaction: 2MnO₂(s)

question 25

Multiple Choice

Select the best statement relating to the following reaction: 2MnO₂(s) + KClO₃(aq) + 2KOH(aq) → 2KMnO₄(aq) + KCl(aq) + H₂O(l)

• A)Mn in MnO ₂ is oxidized.
• B)O in KClO ₃ is the oxidizing agent.
• C)K in KClO ₃ is the reducing agent.
• D)H in KOH is oxidized.
• E)Cl in KClO ₃ is the reducing agent.

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