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Hydrogen peroxide   /hˈaɪdrədʒən pərˈɑksˌaɪd/   Listen
Hydrogen peroxide

noun
1.
A viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels.  Synonym: peroxide.






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"Hydrogen peroxide" Quotes from Famous Books



... I am a false prophet if she be not here to speak for herself ere long. And why not? Chemistry is well suited to engage the attention of the feminine mind. The jewels woman wears, the paints she uses, the hydrogen peroxide with which she blondines her hair are all children of chemistry. The prejudice against female chemists is purely selfish and unworthy of a great mind. There is only enough work in the world to keep half of humanity busy. Every ...
— Modern Eloquence: Vol III, After-Dinner Speeches P-Z • Various



Words linked to "Hydrogen peroxide" :   peroxide, oxidizing agent, oxidant, oxidizer, oxidiser



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