Question

    Potassium Permanganate is used for purifying drinking water, because it – 

    A dissolves the impurities of water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Is an oxidizing agent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C is a reducing agent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D is a sterilizing agent Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Compounds like potassium permanganate and hydrogen peroxide are chemical deodorizers and they eliminate malodorous by means of oxidation.

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