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Antiseptics are different from disinfectants as

A

antiseptics merely inhibit the growth and disinfectant kill the microorganisms.

B

antiseptics are used against microorganisms while disinfectants are used against insects.

C

antiseptics are used only over skin while disinfectants can be taken orally also

D

antiseptics are used over living tissues while disinfectants cannot be used over living tissues

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Disinfectants are harmful to the human tissue.
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