Question

Mark the correct difference between antiseptic and disinfectant.

• A. Antiseptic are applied on the body whereas disinfectant are applied on spots.
• B. Antiseptic and disinfectant both are applied on spots.
• C. Antiseptic and disinfectant both are applied on body.
• D. Disinfectant are applied on the body whereas antiseptic are applied on spots.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Antiseptic are applied on the body whereas disinfectant are applied on spots.

Disinfectants are chemical agents used to disinfect inanimate objects and surfaces e.g., iodine solution, copper sulfate, ozone and chlorine gas. Antiseptics are chemical agents applied to living tissues to prevent infection e.g., hydrogen peroxide. Thus, the correct answer is option A.