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Which of the following cannot be used as a test for `H_2O_2` ?

A

A paper dipped in PbS (black) turns white when brought in contact with `H_2O_2`

B

It liberates iodine from Kl solution which gives blue coloure with starch solution

C

It gives blue colour with `K_4[Fe(CN)_6]`

D

It decolourises acidified `KMnO_4` solution

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To determine which of the following cannot be used as a test for hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), we need to analyze each option provided in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding H₂O₂**: Hydrogen peroxide is a compound that can act as both an oxidizing agent and a reducing agent. It has oxygen in the -1 oxidation state. 2. **Option A - PbS Test**: - When lead sulfide (PbS) is treated with H₂O₂, it gets oxidized to lead sulfate (PbSO₄), which is white. - Thus, a paper dipped in PbS that turns white upon contact with H₂O₂ indicates the presence of H₂O₂. - **Conclusion**: This is a valid test for H₂O₂. 3. **Option B - Iodine Liberation Test**: - H₂O₂ can oxidize potassium iodide (KI) to liberate iodine (I₂), which can then react with starch to produce a blue color. - This indicates the presence of H₂O₂. - **Conclusion**: This is also a valid test for H₂O₂. 4. **Option C - K₄[Fe(CN)₆] Test**: - When H₂O₂ reacts with potassium ferrocyanide (K₄[Fe(CN)₆]), it does not produce a blue color. Instead, it oxidizes the iron from +2 to +3 oxidation state, resulting in a reddish color (K₃[Fe(CN)₆]) in acidic medium. - There is no blue color produced in this reaction. - **Conclusion**: This cannot be used as a test for H₂O₂. 5. **Option D - KMnO₄ Decolorization Test**: - H₂O₂ can reduce potassium permanganate (KMnO₄), which is purple, to manganese dioxide (MnO₂) and becomes colorless in the process. - This indicates the presence of H₂O₂. - **Conclusion**: This is a valid test for H₂O₂. ### Final Answer: The option that **cannot be used as a test for H₂O₂** is **C - K₄[Fe(CN)₆]**.
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