Consider the following redox equation Mn(OH) ₂(s) + MnO₄(aq) → MnO₄^2-(aq) (basic solution)
When the equation is balanced with smallest whole number coefficients, what is the coefficient for OH^-(aq) and on which side of the equation is OH^-(aq) present?

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In a basic solution, OH⁻ ions are added to balance the charge and mass. The balanced equation requires 6 OH⁻ ions on the reactant side to balance the oxygen and hydrogen atoms.

Consider the Following Redox Equation Mn(OH)2(s) + MnO4(aq) → MnO42-(aq)

Consider the Following Redox Equation Mn(OH)₂(s) + MnO₄(aq) → MnO₄^2-(aq)