Which one of the following is used as an anti-bacterial agent?

Ethanol

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Ethanoic acid

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Ethyne

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Ethane

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Solution

The correct option is A Ethanol
Ethanol has antibacterial properties as it helps to kill many bacteria, viruses, and fungi (by denaturing their proteins and dissolving their lipids). That is why it is also used in medical/antibacterial wipes and in hand sanitizers.

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