MEDIUMMCQ SINGLENEET ChemistryInorganic ChemistryHydrogenPrevious Year Questions
Which of the following is incorrect? (BHU 2008)
A.H2O2 is a weak acid
B.H2O2 is a weak alkali
C.H2O2 not acts as an oxidizing agent✓ Correct
D.H2O2 is a reducing agent
Explanation
Hydrogen peroxide 2 2 H O is usually used as an oxidizer, bleaching agent and antiseptic for wounds. It acts as an oxidizing agent by itself being reduced from oxidation state (-1) to oxidation state (–2) by accepting electrons. 2 3 ( ) 2 2 ( ) ( ) 2 2 2 aq aq aq Fe H O H Fe -> 2 (1) 2H O
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