2006-06-28 19:38:34 · 4 answers · asked by tony t 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Because it might explode
2006-07-05 10:42:02 · answer #1 · answered by ajimmer 7 · 8⤊ 0⤋
First, what is wrong?
I assume you mean.... KMnO4 is a very strong oxidizing agent and can cause some serious explosions in the wrong mix. So why is formallin ( a formaldehyde solution) have no problems?
Because there is no strong reducing agent present. And the formaldehyde oxidizes to form formic acid which is what fire ants release when they bite us.
2006-06-29 03:22:27 · answer #2 · answered by Richardicus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
other than the risk of blowing up the lab what's wrong with mixing a reducive agent and an oxidative agent? I wouldn't try it and if you did have fun explaining it to the fire department
2006-07-11 12:55:40 · answer #3 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KMnO4 + Formalin --> CO2 (gas)..+ H2O(gas) + salts
..do not try it AT ALL!
2006-07-11 07:42:35 · answer #4 · answered by Aldebaran 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋