What happens when a drop of glycerol is added to crushed `KMnO_4` spread on a paper ?

Options

A. There is a crackling sound.
B. There is a violent explosion
C. There is no reaction
D. The paper ignites

Answer

B

Explanation

When solid Potassium Permanganate (KMn`O_4`) is mixed with pure glycerol or other simple alcohols, it will result in a violent combustion reaction. Potassium Permanganate is an extremely powerful oxidizer which spontaneously ignites after coming in contact with glycerol. The glycerol is oxidized so quickly that heat is generated faster than it can be dissipated
` C_3 H_5 (OH)_3 + 14 KMnO_4 to 14 `
` MnO_2 + 7 K_2 CO_3 + 2CO _2 + 12 H_2 O`