The redox reaction below occurs in acidic solution. Balance it with the smallest whole number coefficients and determine the coefficient for H+. MnO4-(aq) + HNO2(aq) --- Mn2+(aq) + NO3-(aq)

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The redox reaction below occurs in acidic solution. Balance it with the smallest whole number coefficients and determine the coefficient for H+.  MnO4-(aq) + HNO2(aq) ---> Mn2+(aq) + NO3-(aq)

when i did it..i got the answer as1...but im not to sure..help?

1. 3
 2. 5
 3. 1
 4. 4
 5. 2

DrBob222 · Answer

How can you not be too sure? The equation is either balanced or it isn't and you know when you finish if it is right or not. I get 1 H^+ too. And I know that's right because the equation balances
1. atoms.
2. charge.
3. electron change.

Anonymous · Answer

Balance this equation in acidic solution Mno-4+Clo3=Clo4+Mn2+