Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide

H2O2 → 2OH·

अवलोकन

UV light (< 300 nm) cleaves the O–O bond in hydrogen peroxide to generate two hydroxyl radicals, among the most powerful oxidizing species known. This advanced oxidation process (AOP) is widely used in water treatment to destroy organic pollutants that resist conventional treatment methods.

प्रतिभागी

भूमिका पदार्थ गुणांक अवस्था
अभिकारक Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂ 1 (aq)

रोजमर्रा का उदाहरण

UV/H₂O₂ treatment is used to purify drinking water and decontaminate groundwater polluted with industrial chemicals.

औद्योगिक महत्व

UV/H₂O₂ advanced oxidation is a key technology for treating contaminated groundwater, pharmaceutical wastewater, and reclaimed water.

गुण

प्रकार
Photochemical
प्रतिवर्ती
नहीं
ऊर्जा
ऊष्माशोषी
ΔH
213.0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide?
The balanced equation is: H₂O₂ → 2OH·.
What type of reaction is Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide?
Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide is a photochemical reaction.
Is Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide exothermic or endothermic?
Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide is endothermic (absorbs energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is 213.0 kJ/mol.