Question
Chemistry Question on Chemistry in Everyday Life
Given below are two statements:
Statement I : H 2 O 2 is used in the synthesis of Cephalosporin
Statement II : H 2 O 2 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 :
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
Solution
It is used in the synthesis of hydroquinone, tartaric acid and certain food products and pharmaceuticals (cephalosporin) etc. Restoration of aerobic conditions to sewage wastes etc.
So, the correct option is (B) : Both Statement I and Statement II are correct