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How do antiseptics differ from disinfectants? Give one example of each.

Options

  1. AAntiseptics are used on living tissues, while disinfectants are used on non-living surfaces. Example Hydrogen
  2. BDisinfectants are used on living tissues, while antiseptics are used on non-living surfaces. Example Alcohol (
  3. CAntiseptics and disinfectants are interchangeable terms. Example Betadine (both antiseptic and disinfectant).
  4. DAntiseptics and disinfectants work in the same way. Example Lysol (both antiseptic and disinfectant).

Correct answer

A. Antiseptics are used on living tissues, while disinfectants are used on non-living surfaces. Example Hydrogen

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Antiseptics are used on living tissues, while disinfectants are used on non-living surfaces. Example Hydrogen peroxide (antiseptic), Bleach (disinfectant).

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