Analytical Chemistry Question 166

Question: To an acid solution of an anion a few drops of $ KMnO_4 $ solution are added. Which of the following, if present will not decolourise the $ KMnO_4 $ solution

[MP PMT 1997]

Options:

A) $ NO_2^{-} $

B) $ {S^{2-}} $

C) $ C{l^{-}} $

D) $ CO_3^{2-} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Except $ CO_3^{–} $ all other ions are reduced by $ KMnO_4 $ solution.