Permanganate
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A permanganate is a chemical compound with the manganate ion, MnO4−, the conjugate base of permanganic acid. Because the manganese atom has a +7 oxidation state, the permanganate ion is a strong oxidi
A series of potassium permanganate solutions with varying concentration, increasing to the right.
Potassium permanganate
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Potassium permanganate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KMnO4. It is a purplish-black crystalline salt, which dissolves in water as K+ and MnO4− ions to give an intensely pink to pur
Permanganate
…and strong disinfectants, used regularly to sanitize baths, toilets, and wash basins. It is a cheap and extremely effective compound for the task. Potassium permanganate is used as a disinfectant and water treatment additive in aquaculture. Permanganate compounds are useful reagents, but not very selective with organic…
Potassium permanganate sample
Potassium permanganate colors the water purple and neutralizes rotenone treatment in Soda Butte Creek.
KMnO4 in water
Delayed aerial ignition devices containing potassium permanganate.