Practice Oxidation States (4.3.4) - The d– and f-Block Elements

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Question 1.
What is the difference between oxidation and reduction?
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Consider electron transfer.
Question 2.
Name the common oxidation states of Iron.
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Think about common compounds of iron.
3Question 3.
Which oxidation state is commonly observed for manganese?
- +1
- +2
- +3
- +4
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Refer to common manganese compounds.
4Question 4.
True or False: Transition metals have a fixed oxidation state.
- True
- False
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Consider the variety of oxidation states discussed.
Question 5.
Describe how the oxidation state affects the role of manganese in redox reactions.
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Consider the conditions under which it functions as either oxidizer or reducer.
Question 6.
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?
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Reflect on the implications of oxidation states on reactivity.

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