What is the highest oxidation state shown by manganese (Mn, 3d⁵4s²)?
Correct answer D. +7
Explanation
Manganese can use all its 4s and 3d electrons in bonding, 2 + 5 = 7, so its highest oxidation state is +7, as in the permanganate ion MnO₄⁻.
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