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What are antiseptics?
Options
- AAntiseptics are chemicals which either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms and are applied to living
- BAntiseptics are medications used to treat malaria.
- CAntiseptics are powerful disinfectants used for sterilizing surgical instruments.
- DAntiseptics are a type of antibiotic used to treat viral infections.
Correct answer
A. Antiseptics are chemicals which either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms and are applied to living
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Antiseptics are chemicals which either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms and are applied to living tissues.