The question of whether water can form hydrogen peroxide should be answered by thermodynamics (see C&EN, June 13, 2022, page 3). If a reaction is possible (spontaneous), then the change in the Gibbs ...

Hydrogen peroxide is an easy-to-use disinfectant and stain remover, best known for the bubbles it produces while cleaning. Naturally, it can be confusing and concerning when you splash some hydrogen ...