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What happens when you mix peracetic acid with another solution?
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∙ 11y ago
The answer depends on what the other solution is. Peracetic acid (PAA) is a strong oxidizing agent (E ~ 1.9V vs SHE) and so if the other solution contains a component that can be oxidized, there may be a redox reaction. PAA is a weak acid (pKa ~ 9), so if the other solution were a strong base, there may be an acid/base reaction. PAA can decomposes forming radicals in the presence of some transition metals, so again there is another class of potential reactions. If the PAA is concentrated, the solutions can exploded under some circumstances, e.g. heating to > ~ 110oC.
PAA's reactivity means that it is potentially hazardous, both as the vapor (target area = eyes, respiratory system) and from splashes (skin, eyes); so care should be taken in using it.
While OSHA has not determined permissible exposure limits for PAA yet, based on its similar chemistry to hydrogen peroxide, it is anticipated that PAA vapor will be hazardous at concentrations below 1 ppm (calc. as an 8 hr Time Weighted Average). If using PAA in the workplace, it is strongly recommended to use appropriate engineering controls, Personal Protective Equipment and a continuous gas monitoring (see the link given below, for an example of a continuous monitor for PAA).
As I hope I have indicated, PAA is a reactive and potentially hazardous compound and so should be used with care. The vagueness of the question suggests that the writer is not sure what the reactants are. I therefore recommend not mixing PAA with anything until consulting with a chemist or other person knowledgeable of PAA's chemistry.
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Hydrogen peroxide peracetic acid acetic acid can these three be shipped in the same box and what happens if they mix?
Peracetic acid is made by reacting hydrogen peroxide and acetic acid. It is shipped in a solution of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide--it's not stable if shipped by itself.So...not only can peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide be shipped in the same box, they can be shipped (no, change that to "are shipped") in the same container. As for acetic acid...depends on the concentration. If it's five-percent acetic acid, no problem. Peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide are both very powerful oxidizers, and pure acetic acid's flammable, so I wouldn't ship glacial acetic acid in the same truck with either of those other two chemicals, much less the same box.
What is a peracetic acid formation mechanism with acetic acid and hydrogen peroxide?
hello i wanna know about process of MPA
If you have a solution of a strong acid and a solution of a weak acid of equal concentration and volume then what happens?
The weak acid becomes in unionized form
What happens when acid dissolves?
It increases the concentration of OH- in solution. (apex)
What happens when you mix sulphuric acid with distilled water?
Solution will be diluted.pH of the solution is increased.
Hydrogen peroxide peracetic acid acetic acid can these three be shipped in the same box and what happens if they mix?
Peracetic acid is made by reacting hydrogen peroxide and acetic acid. It is shipped in a solution of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide--it's not stable if shipped by itself.So...not only can peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide be shipped in the same box, they can be shipped (no, change that to "are shipped") in the same container. As for acetic acid...depends on the concentration. If it's five-percent acetic acid, no problem. Peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide are both very powerful oxidizers, and pure acetic acid's flammable, so I wouldn't ship glacial acetic acid in the same truck with either of those other two chemicals, much less the same box.
What is ch3co3h?
Peracetic Acid.
What is peracetic acid?
Peracetic acid, also called peroxyacetic acid, is an organic peroxide and has the formula CH3CO3H. It forms an equilibrium with acetic acid [CH3COOH] and hydrogen peroxide [H2O2], such that if you mix hydrogen peroxide and acetic acid together, peracetic acid will be formed. Solutions of peracetic acid in water and acetic acid are colorless liquids with a pungent but not unpleasant odor. Peracetic acid, like most organic peroxides, is unstable and can explode at temperatures that exceed 230F as the water is driven off. Therefore, as with any peroxide, operations resulting in heating or evaporating the solution should be avoided. Peracetic acid is a strong oxidizing agent, and finds extensive use in healthcare and the food industry as a disinfectant and sterilant. Peracetic acid is a primary irritant, a mutagen [See NIOSH RTECS database] and so contact with both the liquid and the vapor are potentially hazardous. OSHA has not set permissible exposure levels yet for peracetic acid, but employers should still ensure that employees are protected from exposure under the General duty clause [in section 5 of the OSH Act of 1970 in the US, and similar laws in other countries]. In the US, the EPA has determined acute exposure guidelines for peracetic acid. If using peracetic acid, it is important to ensure that there are adequate engineering controls in place, ventilation and continuous monitoring to prevent vapor exposure, personal protective equipment (gloves, safety glasses, apron etc) and spill kits if there is a possibility of a spill.
To calculate how much peracetic acid is needed in 5 liters of water at a concentration of .3 percent peracetic acid?
[.3%] of [5L] = [0.3/100]*[5000 gram]= 15 g P.A.A
What is a peracetic acid formation mechanism with acetic acid and hydrogen peroxide?
hello i wanna know about process of MPA
What happens when you mix an acid with an acid?
it forms an acidic solution
If you have a solution of a strong acid and a solution of a weak acid of equal concentration and volume then what happens?
The weak acid becomes in unionized form
What happens when acid dissolves?
It increases the concentration of OH- in solution. (apex)
What happens when you mix sulphuric acid with distilled water?
Solution will be diluted.pH of the solution is increased.
What harm will it do to mix Peracetic acid with chlorine?
In general, mixing acids with chlorine solutions produces toxic gaseous chlorine.
When A chemist has one solution that is 80 acid and another solution that is 30 acid. How much of the first (80) solution is needed to make a 400 L solution that is 62 acid?
You need 256 litres.
A chemist has one solution that is 80 percent acid and another solution that is 30 percent acid How much of the second 30 percent solution is needed to make a 400 L solution that is 62 percent acid?
144liters
