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A dilute ferrous sulphate solution was g...

A dilute ferrous sulphate solution was gradually added to the beaker containing acidified permanganate solution. The light purple colour of the solution fades and finally disappears. Which of the following is the correct explanation for the observation?

A

`KMnO_4`is an oxidising agent it oxidises `FeSO_4`

B

`FeSO_4` acts as an oxidising agent and oxidises `KMnO_4`

C

the colour disappears due to dilution no reaction is involved

D

`KMnO_4` is an unstable compound and decomposes in the presence of `FeSO_4` to a colourless compound

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The correct Answer is:
A
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