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Bleach Hydrogen Peroxide Mixing Safety
On the safety of mixing bleaching and hydrogen peroxide
In all matters of cleanliness, both bleaching and hydrogen peroxide are commonly used. However, when the two are mixed, their safety should be carefully investigated.
Bleach, containing sodium hypochlorite, has strong oxidizing properties, and is mostly used for fabric bleaching and environmental disinfection. Hydrogen peroxide, that is, hydrogen peroxide, is also oxidizing, and is very useful in medical disinfection, industrial bleaching, etc.
If you accidentally mix bleaching and hydrogen peroxide, a chemical reaction will take place. When sodium hypochlorite meets hydrogen peroxide, it can generate oxygen, sodium chloride, and water, which seems harmless. However, during this reaction, unstable intermediate products may be formed. This intermediate product, or singlet oxygen, is extremely active and can cause many adverse consequences.
From the perspective of harm, first, the mixing of the two can quickly release a large amount of oxygen in a closed space, or cause a sudden rise in air pressure, which may cause explosion. Second, singlet oxygen can react violently with surrounding substances, damaging the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. If inhaling gases containing such substances, mild coughing, asthma, and severe breathing difficulties can endanger life. Contact with skin and eyes can cause burns, stinging, and great damage to health.
Therefore, if you want to ensure safety, you must be careful when handling cleaning products. Do not mix bleaching with hydrogen peroxide at will. Read the product instructions carefully before use and operate according to regulations. If mixed by mistake, leave the scene quickly and ventilate. If in contact, immediately rinse with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
In short, in the use of cleaning products, safety awareness is the first, and careful operation can avoid disasters and protect your health.
In all matters of cleanliness, both bleaching and hydrogen peroxide are commonly used. However, when the two are mixed, their safety should be carefully investigated.
Bleach, containing sodium hypochlorite, has strong oxidizing properties, and is mostly used for fabric bleaching and environmental disinfection. Hydrogen peroxide, that is, hydrogen peroxide, is also oxidizing, and is very useful in medical disinfection, industrial bleaching, etc.
If you accidentally mix bleaching and hydrogen peroxide, a chemical reaction will take place. When sodium hypochlorite meets hydrogen peroxide, it can generate oxygen, sodium chloride, and water, which seems harmless. However, during this reaction, unstable intermediate products may be formed. This intermediate product, or singlet oxygen, is extremely active and can cause many adverse consequences.
From the perspective of harm, first, the mixing of the two can quickly release a large amount of oxygen in a closed space, or cause a sudden rise in air pressure, which may cause explosion. Second, singlet oxygen can react violently with surrounding substances, damaging the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. If inhaling gases containing such substances, mild coughing, asthma, and severe breathing difficulties can endanger life. Contact with skin and eyes can cause burns, stinging, and great damage to health.
Therefore, if you want to ensure safety, you must be careful when handling cleaning products. Do not mix bleaching with hydrogen peroxide at will. Read the product instructions carefully before use and operate according to regulations. If mixed by mistake, leave the scene quickly and ventilate. If in contact, immediately rinse with plenty of water and seek medical attention.
In short, in the use of cleaning products, safety awareness is the first, and careful operation can avoid disasters and protect your health.
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