Manganese dioxide (MNO2) is the inorganic compound with the formula MnO . This blackish or brown solid occurs naturally as the mineral pyrolusite, which is the main ore of manganese and a component of manganese nodules. the application of MN02 is widely used in the manufacturing of Amber Glass, Ceramics, Dry Battery Cells, Ferro Alloys, Zinc, Insulators and also finds extensive applications in water treatment, electrolytic EMD plants , pharmaceuticals, etc..