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Bithional is an example of:

A
disinfectant
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antiseptic
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antibiotic
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analgesic
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Solution

The correct option is B antiseptic
Antiseptic and disinfectants are those chemicals which kill or prevent growth of microorganisms.
Antiseptics are applied to the living tissues such as wounds, cuts, ulcers, and diseased skin surfaces.
Eg - furacine, soframicine etc.
Bithional is added to soaps to impart antiseptic properties.

So, the correct option is (B).

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