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The O-O-H bond angle in $H_2O_2$ is

Updated On: Jul 26, 2024

$106^{\circ}$
$109^{\circ} 28'$
$120^{\circ}$
$97^{\circ}$

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O - O - H bond angle in ${H2O2}$ is $97^{\circ}$.

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Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is a chemical element including hydrogen and oxygen. Anhydrous hydrogen peroxide is a colorless, sugary liquid that breaks down quickly into oxygen and water. The chemical formula for hydrogen peroxide [H₂O₂] is H—O—O—H, here, each dash represents a single covalent link. Especially, each bond has a pair of mutual electrons, one from each of the atoms at the bond’s ends. The polar bonds are H—O bonds, but this is not the polar one - O—O bonds.

Physical Properties:

In its pure state, hydrogen peroxide is an entirely transparent colorless liquid with a nitric acid-like odor.
The consistency of hydrogen peroxide is far better than that of water. It has a density of about 40% that of water.

Chemical Properties:

It dissolves in water, which after getting mixed with water produces a homogenous solution.
Naturally acidic in nature.
The oxidizing agent H₂O₂ is quite powerful. As a derivative, it gives up one oxygen atom and forms water.

The O-O-H bond angle in \(H_2O_2\) is