Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent growth of micro-organisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true:

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

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Chlorine and Iodine are used as strong disinfectants

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Dilute solutions of Boric acid and Hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.

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Disinfectants harm the living tissues.

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Solution

The correct option is C Dilute solutions of Boric acid and Hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are mild antiseptics.

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Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent growth of micro-organisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true:

The correct option is C Dilute solutions of Boric acid and Hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are mild antiseptics.

The correct option is C Dilute solutions of Boric acid and Hydrogen Peroxide are strong antiseptics.
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are mild antiseptics.