Why is 2OH^– added in the reaction 2MnO4^– + Br^– → 2MnO2 + BrO3^–? - REDOX REACTIONS AND ELECTROCHEMISTRY Quiz | GKFix.in

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Why is 2OH^– added in the reaction 2MnO4^– + Br^– → 2MnO2 + BrO3^–?

A. To balance hydrogen atoms
B. To balance oxygen atoms
C. To balance the ionic charges
D. To act as a catalyst