Hydrogen And Its Compounds Question 256

Question: $ H_2O_2 $ is always stored in black bottles because

Options:

A) It is highly unstable

B) Its enthalpy of decomposition is high

C) It undergoes auto-oxidation on prolonged standing

D) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

[c] $ H_2{O_2} $ is unstable liquid and decomposes into water and oxygen either on standing or on heating.