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Question
Define the following : Disinfectants
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Solution
Disinfectants: Chemicals which either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms are know as disinfectants. These are applied to inanimate objects such as floors, drainage system, instruments, etc.
Example: 1% solution of phenol
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Mention if the following statement is true or false:
DDT is a disinfectant.
Differentiate between the following:
Disinfectant and Antiseptic
Differentiate between the following:
Antiseptic and Antibiotics
Explain briefly, the role of the following health aids:
Antiseptics
Name the following:
Any four antiseptics, any two disinfectants and any two antibiotics.
Tincture: :______, cistamine : :______.
Name a substance which can be used as an antiseptic as well as disinfectant?
What is antiseptics?
Assertion (A): Antiseptic is a substance that prevents infections caused by disease-causing pathogens.
Reason (R): Antiseptics either kill the microorganism or prevent their growth.
How are antiseptics used?
