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Reduction of metal centre in aqueous permanganate ion involves
(1)5 electrons in neutral medium
(2) 5 electrons in acidic medium
(3) 3 electrons in neutral medium
(4) 3 electrons in alkaline medium
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
2,3
In acidic medium
In neutral medium
Hence, number of electrons gained in acidic and neutral mediums are 5 and 3 electrons respectively.
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