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Terpineol and chloroxylenol are the compounds of which of the following classes?

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Disinfectant

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Chemosterilant

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C

Tranquilisers

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Plant growth harmones

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Solution

The correct option is A Disinfectant
Terpineol and chloroxylenol are the compounds of disinfectant class that inactivate or destroy microorganisms. Chloroxylenol and terpineol mixture is also known as Dettol.

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