Which of the following compound is added in soaps as an antiseptic?
A
Chloroxylenol
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B
Terpineol
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C
Bithionol
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D
Thymol
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Solution
The correct option is C Bithionol Bithionol consists of two dichloro and dihydroxy substituted aromatic rings connected by a sulphur bridge. It is added to soaps as an antiseptic. It also helps to reduce the smell produced by microbial decomposition on the skin.