Question
Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true :
A.
Chlorine and iodine are used as strong disinfectants.
B.
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.
C.
Disinfectants harm the living tissues.
D.
A $$0.2\% $$ solution of phenol is an antiseptic while $$1\% $$ solution acts as a disinfectant.
Answer :
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.
Solution :
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are weak antiseptics.