4.3.4 - Oxidation States
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What is the difference between oxidation and reduction?
💡 Hint: Consider electron transfer.
Name the common oxidation states of Iron.
💡 Hint: Think about common compounds of iron.
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Which oxidation state is commonly observed for manganese?
💡 Hint: Refer to common manganese compounds.
True or False: Transition metals have a fixed oxidation state.
💡 Hint: Consider the variety of oxidation states discussed.
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Describe how the oxidation state affects the role of manganese in redox reactions.
💡 Hint: Consider the conditions under which it functions as either oxidizer or reducer.
Given that manganese can exist in oxidation states from +2 to +7, how might its chemical behavior differ in a compound such as KMnO4 compared to MnCl2?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the implications of oxidation states on reactivity.
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