Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement I : H₂​O_2​ is used in the synthesis of Cephalosporin
Statement II : H₂​O₂​ is used for the restoration of aerobic conditions to sewage wastes.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

• A. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
• C. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
• D. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect

Hint:

Hydrogen peroxide is widely used in organic synthesis and environmental applications, including sewage treatment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To solve this question, we need to evaluate the correctness of the given statements about the uses of \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) (hydrogen peroxide):

1. Statement I: \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) is used in the synthesis of Cephalosporin.
2. Statement II: \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) is used for the restoration of aerobic conditions to sewage wastes.

Let's analyze each statement:

Statement I:

• \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) is known for its oxidizing properties, which are utilized in various chemical syntheses, including the production of antibiotics like Cephalosporins. \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) is involved in oxidative mechanisms that are critical in such biochemical processes.

This makes Statement I correct.

Statement II:

• \(\text{H}_2\text{O}_2\) is also used in environmental applications, especially in waste treatment processes. Specifically, it can reintroduce oxygen into environments, like sewage, that have entered anaerobic conditions. By decomposing, it liberates oxygen which helps restore aerobic conditions necessary for bacteria to efficiently break down waste materials.

This makes Statement II correct.

Given that both statements are indeed correct, the appropriate answer is:

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct