The Use Of Hydrogen Peroxide for Disinfection And Sterilization Application [PDF]
Hydrogen peroxide is formed as a result of the chemical reaction of oxygen and water. In its pure form, it is pale blue liquid that is slightly more viscous than water. Hydrogen peroxide is generally unstable, and it decomposes slowly in the presence of light. Being unstable, it is typically stored with a stabilizer in a weakly acidic solution. Get Sample PDF Hydrogen Peroxide for Disinfection And Sterilization Aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution differs from other pure substances owing to the effects of hydrogen bonding between water and hydrogen peroxide molecules. The peroxide is often used for cleaning skin wounds to prevent infection from minor cuts and scrapes. It works as a disinfectant by destroying the essential components of germ cells, and it is effective against a wide range of viruses, fungi, spores, and bacteria, among others. The growing demand for hydrogen peroxide due to its applications in horticulture, food and beverages, healthcare, and other industries. The w...