Manganic or permanganic acid characteristics, uses

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Sherman Hoover

The manganic acid or permanganic is a dibasic acid with the formula H2MnO4, formed from manganese, analogous to sulfuric acid. Found only in solution and in manganate salts.

  • Systematic name: Dihydrogen (tetraoxidomanganate).
  • Compound type: Oxoacids (ternary combinations formed by hydrogen, a nonmetal element and oxygen).
  • Molecular formula: H2MnO4
  • Molecular mass: 120.9515

Examples of reactions

MnO3 + H2O = H2MnO4
KMnO4 + H2O2 = KO2 + H2MnO4

Permanganate ion

Characteristics

Permanganic acid solutions (up to 20%) are purple liquids, with an ozone odor. Crystal hydrate (HMnO4 ยท 2H2O) is a purple crystalline solid that decomposes above 20 degrees Celsius.

Permanganic acid is a very strong oxidant, although milder than its anhydride. Spontaneously decomposes, engulfing oxygen and precipitating manganese dioxide, which catalyzes further acid decomposition.

By cooling the unstable concentrated acid solution close to freezing point, crystal hydrate can be prepared. Sources vary depending on the nature of this compound: according to some sources, it is a hydronium salt of permanganic acid, according to others, it is a polymanganic acid complex.

Excessively concentrated solutions of this acid can decompose spontaneously with the evolution of ozone. This allows the ozone to be chemically prepared by reacting potassium permanganate with sulfuric acid of medium concentration (50-80%)..

This reaction produces an excessively concentrated solution of permanganic acid, which decomposes rapidly, releasing ozone..

Sulfuric acid with a concentration above 80% should not be used for this reaction as this can lead to the formation of anhydride (manganese epoxide), which is extremely dangerous..

Preparation

Permanganic acid can be prepared by dissolving manganese epoxide in water, or by reacting barium permanganate with sulfuric acid. An impure solution can also be prepared by dissolving potassium permanganate in sulfuric acid of medium concentration (50-80%)..

Driving

Not much is known about the dangers of permanganic acid, but it must be treated with caution as it is a strong acid and a very strong oxidant. Also, it can release ozone, which is toxic.

Storage

It is not practical to store this acid due to its instability. It should be used as soon as it is done. The hydrate can be stored as long as it is frozen (below the freezing point of water).

Provision

Permanganic acid can be discharged into the soil, as it causes the compound to decompose, oxidizing the soil and turning into manganese dioxide, which is safe and insoluble..

The permanganates

The univalent anionic group MnO4 derived from permanganic acid all being strong oxidizing agents. They are salts that contain the anion MnO4-, normally of a deep purplish red color and with strong oxidizing properties..

1- Potassium permanganate

Molecular formula: KMnO4
Molecular weight: 158.032 g / mol

It is the best known of all the permanganates. Also known as Condy crystals, it is a highly oxidizing compound, odorless, soluble in water and in many organic solvents, it has purple crystals and a sweet taste. (Definition from the McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Information, 4th ed).

Potassium permanganate is not combustible but it accelerates the ignition of combustible material. If the combustible material is finely divided, the mixture may be explosive. When it comes into contact with liquid combustible materials it can cause spontaneous ignition. In contact with sulfuric acid, it can cause fire or explosion. Used to make other chemicals and as a disinfectant.

Pharmacology and Biochemistry

Pharmacological classification: MeSH

Indicators and reagents

They are substances used for the detection, identification and analysis of chemical, biological or pathological processes or conditions..

Indicators are substances that change in physical appearance, for example color, when approaching the point where it passes between acidity and alkalinity. Reagents are substances used for the detection or determination of another substance by chemical or microscopic means, in particular analysis.

The types of reagents are precipitants, solvents, oxidants, reducers, fluxes, and colorimetric reagents. (Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th edition, pg. 301, pg.499).

Industrial use

As bleaching agents, odor agents and oxidizing / reducing agents.

Manufacturing methods

They can be prepared by oxidizing manganese dioxide with potassium chlorate in potassium hydroxide solution, then completing the oxidation with chlorine or air and carbon dioxide..

Safety and hazards

-Can intensify the fire.
-Harmful if swallowed.
- Causes severe skin burns.
- May cause eye injury.
-May cause respiratory tract irritation.
- Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- It is suspected that it may harm fertility and the fetus.
- Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
- It is very toxic to aquatic organisms, with long-lasting effects..

Health hazard

May cause burns and dark brown skin spots. If ingested, it severely affects the gastrointestinal system. Can be fatal if consumed over 4 ounces.

Fire danger

It is not combustible but increases the combustion of other substances. Causes irritating or toxic gases or vapors in fire.

Behavior in Fire: May cause fire in contact with fuels causing containers to explode. May cause great risk of fire and explosion in contact with combustible substances or reducing agents.

Chemical hazards

It decomposes when heated and this produces toxic gases and irritating fumes. The substance is a strong oxidant. Reacts with combustible and reducing materials which generates fire and explosion hazard. Reacts violently with powdered metals, creating a fire hazard.

First aid if you come into contact with potassium permanganate

If ingested, induce vomiting and follow with a complete gastric lavage.
If inhaled, fresh air and rest are required. Artificial respiration may be necessary. It is necessary to consult a doctor.

If it comes in contact with skin, rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothing and rinse again. It is also important to consult a doctor.

If it comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of water for several minutes. Seek medical attention.

2- Sodium permanganate

Molecular Formula: MnNaO4
Molecular weight: 141.924 g / mol

Sodium permanganate is a purple crystalline solid. Non-combustible but accelerates the burning of combustible material. May spontaneously ignite in contact with liquid combustible materials. Contact with sulfuric acid can cause fires or explosions. Used in medicine, as a disinfectant, and for many other uses.

Use and manufacture

It is used in industry as an oxidizing and reducing agent. It is also used for water treatment, to whiten textiles

Manufacturing methods

Sodium manganate is dissolved in water and chlorine or ozone is introduced. The solution is concentrated and crystallized.

3- Calcium permanganate

Molecular formula: CaMn2O8
Molecular weight: 277.946 g / mol

Characteristics

Calcium permanganate is a purple crystalline solid. It is used as a disinfectant and deodorizer, in water purification, and for many other uses.

Medical use

The manganic ion resulting from this permanganate is astringent which helps to suppress inflammation.


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