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Why H(2)O(2) is used as mild antiseptic?...

Why `H_(2)O_(2)` is used as mild antiseptic?

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The oxidising property of hydrogen peroxide and harmless nature of its products such as water and oxygen, leads to oxidation of pollutants in water and act as a mild antiseptic,
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