Decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. At left manganese dioxide is about to be added to hydrogen peroxide solution. At centre, the manganese dioxide cat

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Decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. At left manganese dioxide is about to be added to hydrogen peroxide solution. At centre, the manganese dioxide catalyses the decomposition of the peroxide into water and oxygen. At right, a glowing wooden splint is relit confirming the presence of oxygen.

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