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BITSAT Chemistry Chemistry in Everyday Life 2020 BITSAT 2020

BITSAT Chemistry Question (2020) — Solution

Question

Select the incorrect statement.

Options

  1. A. Equanil is used to control depression and hypertension.
  2. B. Mifepristone is a synthetic steroid used as "moming after pill".
  3. C. 0.2 per cent solution of phenol is an antiseptic while its 1.0 per cent solution is a disinfectant.
  4. D. A drug which kills the organism in the body is called bacteriostatic.

Answer

D. A drug which kills the organism in the body is called bacteriostatic.

Step-by-step solution

Bacteriostatic drugs inhibit the growth of organisms while bactericidal drugs kill the microorganisms.

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