Question:
Consider the reactions
(A) H2O2 + 2HI → I2 + 2H2O (B) HOCl + H2O2 → H3O++ Cl–+ O2
Which of the following statements is correct about H2O2 with reference to
these reactions? Hydrogen peroxide is ________.
(i) an oxidising agent in both (A) and (B)
(ii) an oxidising agent in (A) and reducing agent in (B)
(iii) a reducing agent in (A) and oxidising agent in (B)
(iv) a reducing agent in both (A) and (B)
Solution:
Option (ii) an oxidising agent in (A) and reducing agent in (B) is the answer.