Review Article

Recent Developments in Homogeneous Advanced Oxidation Processes for Water and Wastewater Treatment

Table 1

The oxidation potential of various reactive species.

SubstancePotential (V)

Hydroxyl radical (āˆ™OH)2.86
Oxygen (O)2.42
Ozone molecule (O3)2.07
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)1.78
Chlorine (Cl2)1.36
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2)1.27
Oxygen molecule (O2)1.23