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Equivalent weights of `KMnO_(4)` in acidic medium, alkaline medium and neutral (dilute alkaline) medium respectively are `M/5, M/1 , M/3` . Reduced products can be :

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To solve the problem regarding the reduced products of KMnO4 in different media, we will analyze the equivalent weights provided and determine the products formed in each case. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Equivalent Weight**: The equivalent weight of a substance is calculated using the formula: \[ \text{Equivalent Weight} = \frac{\text{Molecular Weight}}{n} \] where \( n \) is the number of electrons gained or lost in the reaction. 2. **Given Equivalent Weights**: - In acidic medium: \( \frac{M}{5} \) - In alkaline medium: \( \frac{M}{1} \) - In neutral (dilute alkaline) medium: \( \frac{M}{3} \) 3. **Finding the Oxidation State of Manganese in KMnO4**: The oxidation state of manganese (Mn) in KMnO4 can be calculated as follows: \[ K + \text{Mn} + 4 \times O = 0 \] Substituting the known values: \[ 1 + x + 4 \times (-2) = 0 \implies x - 8 + 1 = 0 \implies x = +7 \] Thus, the oxidation state of Mn in KMnO4 is +7. 4. **Acidic Medium**: - Equivalent weight = \( \frac{M}{5} \) - This implies \( n = 5 \) (number of electrons gained). - Mn changes from +7 to +2 (gaining 5 electrons). - The reduced product in acidic medium is \( \text{Mn}^{2+} \). 5. **Alkaline Medium**: - Equivalent weight = \( \frac{M}{1} \) - This implies \( n = 1 \) (number of electrons gained). - Mn changes from +7 to +6 (gaining 1 electron). - The reduced product in alkaline medium is \( \text{MnO}_4^{2-} \) (manganese in +6 oxidation state). 6. **Neutral (Dilute Alkaline) Medium**: - Equivalent weight = \( \frac{M}{3} \) - This implies \( n = 3 \) (number of electrons gained). - Mn changes from +7 to +4 (gaining 3 electrons). - The reduced product in neutral medium is \( \text{MnO}_2 \) (manganese in +4 oxidation state). ### Final Answer: The reduced products of KMnO4 in different media are: - Acidic medium: \( \text{Mn}^{2+} \) - Alkaline medium: \( \text{MnO}_4^{2-} \) - Neutral medium: \( \text{MnO}_2 \) ---

To solve the problem regarding the reduced products of KMnO4 in different media, we will analyze the equivalent weights provided and determine the products formed in each case. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Equivalent Weight**: The equivalent weight of a substance is calculated using the formula: \[ \text{Equivalent Weight} = \frac{\text{Molecular Weight}}{n} ...
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