The incorrect statement is:

Question:

The incorrect statement is:

  1. Manganate and permanganate ions are tetrahedral

  2.  In manganate and permanganate ions, the $\pi$-bonding takes place by overlap of $p$-orbitals of oxygen and $d$ orbitals of manganese

  3. Manganate and permanganate ions are paramagnetic

  4. Manganate ion is green in colour and permanganate ion is purple in colour


Correct Option: , 3

Solution:

Manganate ion is paramagnetic while permanganate ion is diamagnetic.

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