How does $H_{2}O_{2}$ behave as a bleaching agent?
(N/A) $H_{2}O_{2}$ (hydrogen peroxide) acts as a strong oxidizing agent in both acidic and basic media.
It releases nascent oxygen $([O])$ which oxidizes the colored matter (chromophores) present in the substance.
This oxidation breaks the chemical bonds of the chromophores,rendering them colorless.
Consequently,the material appears white.
It releases nascent oxygen $([O])$ which oxidizes the colored matter (chromophores) present in the substance.
This oxidation breaks the chemical bonds of the chromophores,rendering them colorless.
Consequently,the material appears white.
Explore More
Similar Questions
$A$ commercial sample of hydrogen peroxide is labeled as $10$ volume. Its percentage concentration is approximately ............... $\%$.
Medium
View SolutionThe volume of oxygen liberated from $0.68 \ g$ of $H_2O_2$ is ............. $mL$ at $STP$.
Difficult
View SolutionThe volume strength (in $L$) of $3$ $N$ $H_2O_2$ is approximately
The compound$(s)$ which have $-O-O-$ bond$(s)$ is/are:
Medium
View SolutionIn which of the following reactions does hydrogen peroxide act as a reducing agent?
Vedclass Products
For Students
Vedclass Test Series
Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.
Start Free TrialFor Teachers
Exam Paper Generator
Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.
Try FreeFor Institutes
Online Exam Module
Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.
See Demo