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This page is about the manganate(VI) ion. For the manganate(V) ion, see hypomanganate. For the manganate(VII) ion, see permanganate.
Manganate
Solution of unknown manganate, probably potassium manganate

Manganate normally means the MnO42- ion. It is a bright green ion. It is made during the making of permanganates. It is a weak reducing agent and moderate oxidizing agent. They are similar to the sulfate (SO42-) and chromate (CrO42-) ions. Potassium manganate is an example.

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