Peroxide example sentences

In the presence of peroxide, addition of HBr to unsymmetrical alkenes like propene takes place contrary to the Markovnikov rule.This reaction is known as peroxide or Kharash effect or addition reaction anti to Markovnikov rule.These days hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is used for the purpose of bleaching clothes in the process of laundary, which gives better results and makes use of lesser amount of water.It may be noted that the peroxide effect is not observed in addition of HCl and HI.These days, hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) with suitable catalyst, which promotes the bleaching action of hydrogen peroxide, is used.