Question

Identify the correct statement about $H_2{O}_2$

• A. It acts as reducing agent only
• B. It acts as both oxidising and reducing agent
• C. It is neither an oxidiser nor reducer
• D. It acts as oxidising agent only

Answer 1

The correct option is B

It acts as both oxidising and reducing agent

$H_2{O}_2$ is amphoteric in nature. It acts as both oxidizing and reducing agent depending on reactions. For example, when reacted with PbS, it acts as an oxidizing agent whereas it acts as a reducing agent when reacting with HOCl