What kind of reaction occurs when you pour hydrogen peroxide on top of sliced potatoes?

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anonymous · Answer

A chemical reaction, I believe.

anonymous · Answer

Lol, I know It's a chemical reaction.. But I wanna know exactly what type of chemical reaction (synthesis, decomp.,etc).

anonymous · Answer

Decomposition.

anonymous · Answer

Can you explain why? :3

anonymous · Answer

Not explain, but like, tell me.

anonymous · Answer

Never mind, its okay :) , I appreciate your help!

anonymous · Answer

When the hydrogen peroxide mixes with the potato, bubbling occurs, which is part of the metabolic process of decomposition. When the hydrogen peroxide comes into contact with the catalase (an enzyme in the potato cells), that causes the reaction.

anonymous · Answer

Ha, posted anyway.
Sorry, hope you got the answer you're looking for! (:

anonymous · Answer

Thank you! Gave you a medal. Have a nice night!