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Hydrogen peroxide bonds to, and destroys cells. In doing so, it creates the bubbles you notice. Blood is made up of many cells, and therefore it reacts the same way. It is safe to use at over the counter concentrations for oral antiseptic use or cleaning wounds.

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Q: Why does blood bubble when its mixed with hydrogen peroxide?
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