Q.

Highest oxidation state of Mn is exhibited in Mn2O7. The correct statements about Mn2O7 are:

(A) Mn is tetrahedrally surrounded by oxygen atoms.

(B) Mn is octahedrally surrounded by oxygen atoms.

(C) Contains Mn–O–Mn bridge.

(D) Contains Mn–Mn bond.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:              [2023]

1 A and D only  
2 A and C only  
3 B and C only  
4 B and D only  

Ans.

(2)

Mn2O7