Hydrogen peroxide is a: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Hydrogen peroxide is a:
A. Strong acid
B. Reducing agent only
C. Bleaching and oxidizing agent
D. Strong base
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
H₂O₂ acts as both oxidizing and reducing agent, but commonly used as a bleaching agent (oxidizing) and disinfectant. It is weakly acidic.

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