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Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill of prevent growth of microorganism. 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.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Dilute solutions of boric acid and `H_(2) O_(2)` are wea antiseptic.
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