Multiple choice

Which of the following is used as a propellant in rocketry?

  1. Hydrogen peroxide

  2. Hydrogen fluoride

  3. Hydrogen chloride

  4. Hydrogen bromide
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Explanation

Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is an oxidiser, commonly used as bleach. It is the simplest peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is a clear liquid, slightly more viscous than water, that appears colourless in dilute solution. It is used as a disinfectant, antiseptic, oxidiser and as a propellant in rocketry.

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