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Chemistry in Everyday Life
How are antiseptics distinguished from disinfectants? Give two examples of each of the substances.
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Antiseptics |
Disinfectants |
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1. Can kill or prevent the growth of micro-organisms. |
1. Can kill micro-organisms. |
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2. Do not harm the living tissue. Therefore, these can be applied to the skin. |
2. Toxic to the living tissues. Therefore these cannot be applied to the skin. |
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3. These are used for the dressing of wounds, ulcers and in the treatment of diseased skin. |
3. These are used for disinfecting floors, toilets drains, instruments etc. |
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Example: 1. Dettol |
Example: 1. DDT |
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What are the main constitutents of dettol?
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