Manganate

This article is about the manganate(VI) ion. For the manganate(V) ion, see hypomanganate. For the manganate(VII) ion, see permanganate.

Manganate normally means the MnO₄^2- 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 (SO₄^2-) and chromate (CrO₄^2-) ions. Potassium manganate is an example.

Solution of unknown manganate, probably potassium manganate

Related pages

• Manganese compounds