Why is hydrogen peroxide kept in coloured bottles


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3).Why is Hydrogen peroxide kept in coloured bottles? Write the chemical equation for the reaction.

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Explanation:

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a highly reactive compound which decomposes in the presence of light to form water and oxygen. so, hydrogen peroxide is kept on coloured bottles.

Chemical equation :-

  • 2H2O2 → 2H2O + O2


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