noun

• A colourless viscous unstable liquid with strong oxidizing properties, used in some disinfectants and bleaches.

  Chemical formula: H₂O₂

  ‘This can be carried out using chemical oxidation agents such as hydrogen peroxide, ozone, or potassium dichromate.’

  More example sentences

  • ‘That doesn't produce enough hydrogen peroxide to oxidize all organic matter in the soil.’
  • ‘Typically, hydrogen peroxide is an oxidizing and reducing agent.’
  • ‘Superoxides react with water to produce molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide.’
  • ‘Without catalysis, hydrogen peroxide decomposes slowly over time to form water and oxygen gas.’