Question:

In which of the following compounds, the size of manganese is maximum?

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For the same element, \[ \boxed{\text{Higher oxidation state } \Rightarrow \text{smaller ionic size}.} \]
Updated On: Jul 18, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{KMnO_4}\)
  • \(\mathrm{K_2MnO_4}\)
  • \(\mathrm{Mn_2O_7}\)
  • \(\mathrm{MnO_2}\)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Determine the oxidation state of Mn.& nbsp;

\[ \begin{aligned} \mathrm{KMnO_4} & amp;: +7,\\ \mathrm{K_2MnO_4} & amp;: +6,\\ \mathrm{Mn_2O_7} & amp;: +7,\\ \mathrm{MnO_2} & amp;: +4. \end{aligned} \]

Step 2: Compare ionic sizes.

The ionic size decreases with an increase in oxidation state due to greater effective nuclear attraction.

Among the given compounds,

\[ \mathrm{Mn^{4+}} \]

has the lowest oxidation state.

Therefore, it has the largest ionic size.

Step 3: Write the answer.

Hence,

\[ \boxed{\mathrm{MnO_2}}. \]

Thus, the correct option is

\[ \boxed{(D)}. \]

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