What risk occurs if organic peroxides experience a rise in temperature?

What risk occurs if organic peroxides experience a rise in temperature?

• A. Any rise in temperature could allow decomposition, causing container failure
• B. They become inert
• C. They become non-toxic
• D. They evaporate harmlessly

Answer: (A)

Rising temperature makes organic peroxides decompose more quickly because their bonds are easier to break as heat increases. That decomposition is usually exothermic and often releases gases. The heat produced plus the gas buildup inside a sealed container can cause a rapid rise in pressure, potentially leading to container failure or an explosion. This is why organic peroxides must be kept cool and stored appropriately. They do not simply become inert, non-toxic, or evaporate harmlessly; heating makes them more reactive and hazardous.

Rising temperature makes organic peroxides decompose more quickly because their bonds are easier to break as heat increases. That decomposition is usually exothermic and often releases gases. The heat produced plus the gas buildup inside a sealed container can cause a rapid rise in pressure, potentially leading to container failure or an explosion. This is why organic peroxides must be kept cool and stored appropriately. They do not simply become inert, non-toxic, or evaporate harmlessly; heating makes them more reactive and hazardous.