It is a highly reactive and powerful oxidizer that reacts explosively with nearly any organic compound.
[5] Mn2O7 arises as a dark green oil by the addition of cold concentrated H2SO4 to solid KMnO4.
The explosion can be initiated by striking the sample or by its exposure to oxidizable organic compounds.
The ozone can spontaneously ignite a piece of paper impregnated with an alcohol solution.
[citation needed] Manganese heptoxide reacts with hydrogen peroxide in presence of sulfuric acid, liberating oxygen and ozone: