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When an oxide of Mn (A) is fused with KOH in the presence of an oxidising agent and dissolved in water, it gives a dark solution of compound (B). Compound (B) disproportionate in neutral or acidic solution to give purple compound (C). Identify A, B, C.

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To solve the problem step by step, we will identify the compounds A, B, and C based on the given reactions and their properties. ### Step 1: Identify Compound A The problem states that an oxide of manganese (Mn) is fused with KOH in the presence of an oxidizing agent. A common oxide of manganese that fits this description is manganese dioxide (MnO2). **Answer for Step 1:** Compound A is MnO2. ...
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