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Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following statements is not ture:

A

Disinfectants harm the living tissuse

B

A 0.2% solution of phenol is an antiseptic while 1% solution acts as a disinfectant

C

Chlorine and iodine are used as strong disinfectants

D

Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics

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The correct Answer is:
C
Iodine (in the form of its solution in alcohol) is used as an antiseptic.
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