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Why is hydrogen peroxide kept away from dust?

Options

  1. ADust can induce explosive decomposition of hydrogen peroxide
  2. BDust can neutralize the acidic nature of hydrogen peroxide
  3. CDust can react with hydrogen peroxide to form toxic gases
  4. 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.

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