Q13 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2021 (19 Aug Shift 1) · Chemistry

Which among the following species acts as a self-indicator?

  • A
    H2O2
  • B
    I−
  • C
    Cr2O72−
  • Correct answer
    D
    MnO4−

Solution

In the presence of a reducing agent, MnO4-​ acts as self-indicator and changes colour from pink to colourless. Because in MnO4-oxidation state of Mn is +7 and it is in highest oxidation state. Thus will tend to get reduced and easily takes electrons and being a charge transfer complex, shows intense colour. So that's why it is act as self indicator.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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