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JEE Main 15 April 2023, Shift 1, Chemistry Q88

Question 88 of 90 in this shift, Chemistry question 28 of 30, Section B.

The total change in the oxidation state of manganese involved in the reaction of

\mathrm{KMnO_4}

and potassium iodide in the acidic medium is __________.

Official answer

NTA final key.

Chapter: Redox Reactions
Topic: Redox Reactions
Idea tested: Permanganate n-Factor Across Media

Same idea in other shifts

Asked 6× in all

6 Apr 2023, Shift 2 · Q69During the reaction of permanganate with thiosulphate, the change in oxidation of manganese occurs by value of 3. Identify which of the…MediumSingle correct
10 Apr 2023, Shift 2 · Q90In alkaline medium, the reduction of permanganate anion involves a gain of ____________ electrons.EasyNumerical value
13 Apr 2023, Shift 1 · Q81 $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ is titrated with ferrous ammonium sulphate hexahydrate in presence of dilute $\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$ . Number of water…EasyNumerical value
26 Jul 2022, Shift 1 · Q69The dark purple colour of $\mathrm{KMnO_4}$ disappears in the titration with oxalic acid in acidic medium. The overall change in the…EasySingle correct
26 Feb 2021, Shift 2 · Q59In mildly alkaline medium, thiosulphate ion is oxidized by $\mathrm{MnO_4^-}$ to "A". The oxidation state of sulphur in "A" is __________.HardNumerical value

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