Photolysis of Hydrogen Peroxide

H2O2 → 2OH·

概述

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.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Hydrogen Peroxide H₂O₂ 1 (aq)

日常示例

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

工业重要性

UV/H₂O₂高级氧化工艺广泛用于市政给水处理和工业废水中难降解有机物(如农药、药品)的去除。

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.