natriumperoksü
Natriumperoksü is the Estonian name for sodium peroxide. Sodium peroxide is a chemical compound with the formula Na2O2. It is an inorganic compound and a peroxide of sodium. In its pure form, it is a white solid, although commercial samples are often yellowish due to the presence of impurities. Sodium peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent. It reacts with water to produce sodium hydroxide and oxygen. This reaction is exothermic and can be quite vigorous. The chemical equation for this reaction is 2Na2O2 + 2H2O → 4NaOH + O2. Because of its strong oxidizing properties, sodium peroxide is used in various applications. It is employed in bleaching agents, particularly for textiles and paper. It can also be used as an oxygen generator, for example, in self-contained breathing apparatus. Its reactivity with water and organic materials necessitates careful handling and storage away from moisture and combustible substances. Sodium peroxide is typically produced by the reaction of sodium with oxygen at elevated temperatures.