The reaction of aqueus `KMnO_(4)` with `H_(2)O_(2)` in acidic conditions gives

Options

A. `Mn^(4+) and O_(2)`
B. ` Mn^(2+) and O_(2)`
C. `Mn^(2+) and O_(3)`
D. `Mn^(4+) and MnO_(2)`

Answer

B

Explanation

`2MnO_(4)^(-) + 5H_(2)O_(2) + 6H^(+) to 2Mn^(2+) + 8H_(2)O + 5O_(2)`