Why water is not added in the reaction between H2O2 and Na2O2

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anonymous · Answer

Sodium peroxide, Na2O2, is the normal product when sodium is burned. It is a strong oxidizer

Sodium peroxide is hydrolyzed by water to form sodium hydroxide plus hydrogen peroxide according to the reaction:

Na2O2 + 2 H2O → 2 NaOH + H2O2

The hydrogen peroxide thus formed decomposes rapidly in the ensuing basic solution, producing water and oxygen. The reaction is substantially exothermic and can set fire to combustible materials.

Sodium peroxide is dangerous stuff.................