Practice question
Question
In 2MnO₄− + 5C₂O₄²− + 16H+ → 2Mn²⁺ + 10CO₂ + 8H₂O, which species contains the element oxidized?
Explanation
C (+3 in C₂O₄²−) to +4 in CO₂ is oxidized; Mn (+7 to +2) is reduced.
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