Consider the half-reaction: MnO₄^-(aq)+ 8 H⁺(aq)+ 5 e- → Mn²⁺(aq)+ 4 H₂O(l).The formation of MnO₄^- from Mn²⁺ occurs most readily when the solution is

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The formation of MnO₄⁻ from Mn²⁺ is favored in basic conditions because MnO₄⁻ is more stable in a basic environment, and the reverse reaction (reduction of MnO₄⁻ to Mn²⁺) is favored in acidic conditions.

Consider the Half-Reaction: MnO4-(aq)+ 8 H+(aq)+ 5 E- → Mn2+(aq)

Consider the Half-Reaction: MnO₄^-(aq)+ 8 H⁺(aq)+ 5 E- → Mn²⁺(aq)