The antiseptic action of dettol is due to:

Chloro benzene

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Chloroxylenol

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Chloroquine

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Chloramphenicol

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Solution

The correct option is B Chloroxylenol
The antiseptic action of dettol is due to Chloroxylenol. It also shows moderate antibacterial effects.

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