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Why is hydrogen peroxide stored in wax-lined glass or plastic vessels in the dark?
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Options:
  • A To prevent contamination of hydrogen peroxide
  • B To enhance the stability of hydrogen peroxide
  • C To reduce the risk of explosive decomposition
  • D To facilitate easy access to hydrogen peroxide
Solution:
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The correct answer is: To reduce the risk of explosive decomposition
Hydrogen peroxide is stored in wax-lined glass or plastic vessels in the dark to reduce the risk of explosive decomposition.

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