Question

What is the oxidation number of K2MnO4. PLS. explain briefly

Answer 1

Answer:

oxidation number of K2MnO4 is +6

Explanation:

oxidation number of K=+1,Mn=x,O=-2

2(K)+1(Mn)+4(O)

2×(+1)+1×(x)+4×(-2)=0

2+x+(-8)=0

2+x-8=0

x-6=0

x=+6