Asked by denise olivo on May 17, 2024
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What chemical releases energy as blue-green light when oxidized by a reaction with hydrogen peroxide?
A) Laminal
B) Luminescence
C) Laminescence
D) Luminol
Blue-Green Light
A portion of the visible light spectrum that is perceived by the human eye as a color between blue and green.
Oxidized
The process or result of a substance losing electrons or increasing its oxidation state, often associated with a gain of oxygen or loss of hydrogen.
Hydrogen Peroxide
A chemical compound with the formula H2O2, known for its oxidizing properties and use as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.
- Appreciate the practical applications of catalysts in organic and inorganic chemical reactions and their significance in biological systems.
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Zybrea KnightMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Luminol is the chemical that releases a blue-green light when it reacts with hydrogen peroxide, a reaction commonly used in forensic science to detect blood.
Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the practical applications of catalysts in organic and inorganic chemical reactions and their significance in biological systems.