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What is the coefficient of MnO2when you balance the equation for this redox reaction? KCN( aq) + KMnO4( aq) + H2O( l) → KCNO( aq) + MnO2( s) + KOH( aq)

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Answer:

2MnO2 (s)

Step-by-step explanation:

3KCN(aq) + 2KMnO4(aq) + 1H2O(l) → 3KCNO(aq) + 2MnO2(s) + 2KOH(aq)

Reactants:

K: 5

C: 3

N: 3

Mn: 2

O: 9

H: 2

Products:

K: 5

C: 3

N: 3

Mn: 2

O: 9

H: 2

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