Evaporation of h202 in a h20 solution

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In summary, the conversation discussed creating a gas with a concentration of 1% H202 by pouring a liquid consisting of 1% H202 and 99% H2O into a petri dish and using a small fan. It was mentioned that the rates of evaporation for H2O2 and H2O may differ and that as long as everything is evaporated, the resulting gas should have the desired concentration. The speaker also noted that if the vapors above the liquid had the same composition, drinking anything stronger than wine would not be possible.
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I need to make a gas consisting of 1 % h202. Would pouring a liquid consisting of 1% h202 and 99% h20 into a pitre dish ,and using a small fan directed at the surface result in a gaseous solution of 1% h202. The answer seems simple to me, but I have no background ,and am usually wrong in these matters.
 
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In general, H2O2 and H2O can evaporate at different rates (well, they will do, the question is just how different the rates are). If you evaporate everything, it should be fine, however.
 
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Think about it - if the vapors above the liquid had the same composition the liquid has, you won't be able to drink anything stronger than wine.
 

1. What is the process of evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution?

The process of evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution involves the conversion of liquid H2O2 molecules into gaseous form. This occurs when the temperature of the solution increases, causing the molecules to gain enough energy to break free from the liquid surface and enter the gas phase.

2. How does the concentration of H2O2 affect evaporation in an H2O solution?

The concentration of H2O2 can affect the rate of evaporation in an H2O solution. Higher concentrations of H2O2 can lead to a faster rate of evaporation as there are more molecules available to escape into the gas phase. However, extremely high concentrations can also lead to a decrease in evaporation rate due to the formation of a surface layer that inhibits further evaporation.

3. What factors can influence the evaporation rate of H2O2 in an H2O solution?

The evaporation rate of H2O2 in an H2O solution can be influenced by various factors such as temperature, surface area, concentration, and humidity. Higher temperatures and larger surface areas can lead to a faster evaporation rate, while higher humidity levels can slow down evaporation.

4. Can the evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution be reversed?

Yes, the evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution can be reversed through condensation. When the gas molecules of H2O2 lose energy and come into contact with a cooler surface, they can condense back into liquid form.

5. How is the evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution different from pure water evaporation?

The evaporation of H2O2 in an H2O solution is different from pure water evaporation due to the presence of the H2O2 molecules. These molecules can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules, making it more difficult for them to evaporate compared to pure water. Additionally, H2O2 has a lower boiling point than water, so it can evaporate at lower temperatures.

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