question_answer 1)

  With the help of suitable examples, explain the property of\[{{H}_{2}}{{O}_{2}}\] that is responsible for its bleaching action.

Answer:

  The bleaching action of \[{{H}_{2}}{{O}_{2}}\] is due to labile oxygen which it releases on decomposition. \[{{H}_{2}}{{O}_{2}}\to {{H}_{2}}O+[O]\] The nascent oxygen combines with coloured material and makes it colourless. It can bleach feather, silk, wool, ivory, etc. It can also bleach paper, oils and fats.