Question:

Consider the following reaction

\(\mathrm{MnO_4^- + 8H^+ + 5e^- \to Mn^{2+} + 4H_2O},\ E^\circ = 1.51\ \mathrm{V}\).

The quantity of electricity required in Faraday to reduce five moles of \(\mathrm{MnO_4^-}\) is ___________. (Integer answer)

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Each \(\mathrm{MnO_4^-}\) takes 5 electrons, so 5 mol need 25 mol of electrons = 25 F.
Updated On: Nov 4, 2026
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Correct Answer: 25

Solution and Explanation

Reduction of 1 mol \(\mathrm{MnO_4^-}\) to \(\mathrm{Mn^{2+}}\) needs 5 mol of electrons, i.e., 5 F.
For 5 mol \(\mathrm{MnO_4^-}\): charge = \(5 \times 5 = 25\) F.
Answer: 25
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