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ZIMSEC A-Level Chemistry

6.4.1.5Manganese

Manganese in ZIMSEC A-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 6.4.1.5.1Describe the occurrence, relative stability and colours of manganese ions and compounds in the +2, +4, +6 and +7 oxidation states.
  2. 6.4.1.5.2Demonstrate redox reactions involving MnO₂, MnO₄²⁻ and MnO₄⁻.

Lessons

  • Manganese and its compounds

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Manganese: sample question

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What is the oxidation state of manganese in potassium manganate(VI), KX2MnOX4\ce{K2MnO4}?

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