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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why are radicals so reactive

OpenStudy (anonymous):

They have a charge as a whole on them. Let's put it simply. H has valency of +1 and O of -2. If there is a combination or decomposition of these from any substance and if they combine. The valency on the compound remains -1. Hence the radicals are so reactive. These were just the bare bones. If you need a detailed analysis, just ask.

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