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When H2O2 is oxidised, the product is

1. (a) OH−
2. (b) O2
3. (c) O2−
4. (d) HO2−

Correct answer: (b) O2

Solution

When H2O2 is oxidized, it loses electrons and forms molecular oxygen (O2) as the product. This is a well-known reaction of hydrogen peroxide in its role as a reducing agent.

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