Antiseptics and disinfectants either skill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true.

Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics.

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Disinfectants harm the living tissues.

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A 0.2% solution of phenol is an antiseptic

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Chlorine and iodine are used as strong disinfectants.

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The correct option is A Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics.
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are weak antiseptics.

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Antiseptics and disinfectants either skill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true.

The correct option is A Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics.Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are weak antiseptics.

The correct option is A Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics.
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are weak antiseptics.