How does $H_2O_2$ behave as a bleaching agent?
(N/A) $H_2O_2$ acts as a bleaching agent due to the release of nascent oxygen $([O])$ upon its decomposition.
$2H_2O_2 \rightarrow 2H_2O + 2[O]$
This nascent oxygen oxidizes the colored matter present in substances like textiles,paper pulp,leather,oils,and fats into colorless products,thereby acting as a bleaching agent.
$2H_2O_2 \rightarrow 2H_2O + 2[O]$
This nascent oxygen oxidizes the colored matter present in substances like textiles,paper pulp,leather,oils,and fats into colorless products,thereby acting as a bleaching agent.
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