What Is the Oxidation Number of the Manganese Atom in the Formula

question 100

Multiple Choice

What is the oxidation number of the manganese atom in the formula for the compound KMnO₄?

• A) - 1
• B) +1
• C) +3
• D) +5
• E) +7

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