Select the correct statement about peroxides.

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Hydrogen peroxide is an oxidizing agent that is generally regarded as safe and effective by the FDA. It is used medically for cleaning wounds, for removing dead tissue, and as an oral debriding agent. When used to clean abrasions with slow blood oozing, it rapidly stops capillary bleeding. Peroxide rapidly breaks down to molecular oxygen and water. The standard medicinal solution is a weak antiseptic that contains 3 percent hydrogen peroxide in water. As it oxidizes, oxygen is released and it effervesces (bubbles).

Select the Correct Statement About Peroxides