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Antiseptics can

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Protect the body from entry of germs
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Kill germs
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Has no effect on germs
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B Kill germs
Antiseptics are mild chemical substances which when applied on the body, kill germs. These substances are in such mild concentration that they cause no harm to the skin and body e.g., lysol, carbolic acid (phenol).

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