Baker’s yeast catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide (dihydrogen dioxide) into oxygen and water. Directions: Add 10 mL

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Baker’s yeast catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide (dihydrogen dioxide) into oxygen and water. Directions: Add 10 mL

of hydrogen peroxide to an Erlenmeyer flask. Add a few grains of yeast and watch the reaction.
hydrogen peroxide- H2O2

yeast-?

please write the unbalanced and balanced chemical equation

Chemistry

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andreev551 [17] · Answer 1 · 2021-12-30T15:51:03+03:00

Answer:

The unbalanced chemical equation: H₂O₂ → H₂O + O₂.

The balanced chemical equation: H₂O₂ → H₂O + 1/2O₂.

Explanation:

Hydrogen peroxide is decomposed into oxygen and water, which is a slow reaction.

It is can be catalyzed by using yeast.

The unbalanced chemical equation: H₂O₂ → H₂O + O₂.

The balanced chemical equation: H₂O₂ → H₂O + 1/2O₂.

1.0 mol of H₂O₂ is decomposed to 1.0 mol of H₂O and 0.5 mol of O₂.