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Mostly because it is sensitive to temperature changes and light, and will decompose back to water & oxygen if it is exposed too too high of temperatures or too much light. Hydrogen peroxide is H2O2, and will readily switch back to H2O and O2, both much more stable molecules.

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Does hydrogen peroxide blow up in water?

No. Hydrogen peroxide is usually dissolved in water to make it more stable. The peroxide you buy at the pharmacy is 3% hydrogen peroxide and 97% water. Pure hydrogen peroxide, which is a dangerously strong oxidizer, can explosively decompose into water and oxygen.


Is hydro peroxide the same as hydrogen peroxide?

No, hydrogen peroxide is two hydroxyl groups (OH) with bounded oxygens. Hydroperoxide is a deprotonated version (one of the OH's is an O- instead). However they usually exist together as the deprotonation occurs easily in the presence of water.


Where can find hydrogen peroxide at home?

Typically 3% hydrogen peroxide can be found in the health and beauty department of most major retailers and drug stores. Food grade is also available, but is usually only found in health food stores as an alternative to chlorine bleach for sanitizing. Lastly, sodium percarbonate, aka oxygen bleach releases hydrogen peroxide and soda ash when mixed with water. Most brands have fillers, so use caution depending on the intended use. Hydrogen peroxide is a fairly unstable molecule and breaks down in light (this is why it's sold in dark brown bottles).


Is hydrogen oxide a gas?

No Hydrogen Oxide is usually written H2O2 and is called hydrogen peroxide and is an unstable liquid used to cleanse wounds. Dihydrogen oxide is H2O and is usually called water.


Do you get 20 volume hydrogen peroxide from a hair salon?

No, 20 volume hydrogen peroxide is a higher concentration typically used in hair coloring and lightening products sold in beauty supply stores. Hair salons usually use lower concentrations for safer use on the hair.

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Does hydrogen peroxide blow up in water?

No. Hydrogen peroxide is usually dissolved in water to make it more stable. The peroxide you buy at the pharmacy is 3% hydrogen peroxide and 97% water. Pure hydrogen peroxide, which is a dangerously strong oxidizer, can explosively decompose into water and oxygen.


What is the formula for benzoyl peroxide?

it has 2 benzene rings usually synthesized in the lab from benzoyl chloride and hydrogen peroxide


How can you get blood out of your timberland boots?

Wipe the blood off with hydrogen peroxide, then clean the peroxide off with water after you get the blood out. Peroxide will usually get blood out of most fabrics.


Is hydro peroxide the same as hydrogen peroxide?

No, hydrogen peroxide is two hydroxyl groups (OH) with bounded oxygens. Hydroperoxide is a deprotonated version (one of the OH's is an O- instead). However they usually exist together as the deprotonation occurs easily in the presence of water.


Are old Clorox bottles collectible?

Old Clorox bottles are collectable items. Many of them are on sale on eBay. These bottles are glass and are typically colored amber. They usually sell for under $20.


Is it easy or difficult to find hydrogen peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is very easy to find in a pharmacy, drug store or large grocers.


Composition of Hydrogen Peroxide?

Hydrogen peroxide is a clear colorless liquid that is infinitely soluble in water. Agricultural pesticide products usually contain no more than 35% hydrogen peroxide, which is then usually diluted to 1% or less when applied as a spray or a liquid. In its more concentrated form, hydrogen peroxide is extremely corrosive and irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membrane, and can be explosive if not stored under proper conditions.


Where can find hydrogen peroxide at home?

Typically 3% hydrogen peroxide can be found in the health and beauty department of most major retailers and drug stores. Food grade is also available, but is usually only found in health food stores as an alternative to chlorine bleach for sanitizing. Lastly, sodium percarbonate, aka oxygen bleach releases hydrogen peroxide and soda ash when mixed with water. Most brands have fillers, so use caution depending on the intended use. Hydrogen peroxide is a fairly unstable molecule and breaks down in light (this is why it's sold in dark brown bottles).


Why did hydrogen peroxide turn your fingers white?

Hydrogen peroxide is a bleaching agent that can react with the natural oils on your skin, causing the skin to temporarily lighten or turn white. This whitening effect is due to the oxidation of the skin proteins and is usually reversible.


Is agua oxinada compound?

It is Hydrogen Peroxide H2O2, usually it is used to remove dirt and further infection to cuts.


Can hydrogen peroxide kill ringworm?

H2O2 does not kill ringworm because the ringworm are usually a fungus infection and it is too deep in the epidermis to really penetrate the fungus. Thus Hydrogen Peroxide is not supposed to be used


Is hydrogen oxide a gas?

No Hydrogen Oxide is usually written H2O2 and is called hydrogen peroxide and is an unstable liquid used to cleanse wounds. Dihydrogen oxide is H2O and is usually called water.