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Why is manganese (Z = 25) more stable in...

Why is manganese (Z = 25) more stable in `+2` state than `+3` oxidation state?

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To understand why manganese (Mn) is more stable in the +2 oxidation state than in the +3 oxidation state, we can analyze its electronic configuration and the stability associated with half-filled subshells. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Atomic Number and Electronic Configuration of Manganese:** - Manganese has an atomic number (Z) of 25. - Its electronic configuration is: \[ ...
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