NEETChemistryHydrogen
Why is hydrogen peroxide kept away from dust?
Options
- ADust can induce explosive decomposition of hydrogen peroxide
- BDust can neutralize the acidic nature of hydrogen peroxide
- CDust can react with hydrogen peroxide to form toxic gases
- DDust can cause hydrogen peroxide to become highly concentrated
Correct answer
A. Dust can induce explosive decomposition of hydrogen peroxide
Step-by-step solution
Dust can induce explosive decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, so it is kept away from dust for safety reasons.