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Write chemical reactions to justify that hydrogen peroxide can function as an oxidising as well as reducing agent.

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To demonstrate that hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) can act as both an oxidizing agent and a reducing agent, we can write down specific chemical reactions for each case. ### Step 1: Hydrogen Peroxide as an Oxidizing Agent **Reaction 1:** When hydrogen peroxide reacts with iron(II) ions in an acidic medium, it oxidizes Fe²⁺ to Fe³⁺. \[ ...
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  8. Write chemical reactions to show the amphoteric nature of water.

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  10. What is meant by 'demineralised water' and how it can be obtained?

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  12. Describe the usefulness of water in bioshphere and biological systems.

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  19. How does H(2)O(2) behave as a bleaching agent?

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