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How does H2O​​​​​​​2 behave as a bleaching agent?

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The bleaching action of H2O2 is due to the nascent oxygen which is liberates on decomposition. 

H2O2 → H2O + [O]

The nascent oxygen oxidise the colouring matter to colourless products. Hence, H2O2 is used for the bleaching of delicate maerials like ivory, feather, silk, wool, etc.

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