LooseLeaf Benson's Microbiological Applications Laboratory Manual-Concise Version
LooseLeaf Benson's Microbiological Applications Laboratory Manual-Concise Version
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ISBN: 9781259705236
Author: Alfred E Brown Ph.D., Heidi Smith
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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To differentiate: Disinfectant and antiseptic with examples and to indicate any chemicals can be used as a disinfectant as well as antiseptic.

Introduction: Everyday, various chemical agents are used to kill or control microbes. The chemical agents used for controlling micro-organisms are referred to as disinfectants or antiseptics.

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The substances that either kill microbes or inhibits their growth and can be applied to the skin or living tissues are termed as an antiseptic. It is used for treating the skin’s surface wounds and hand washing. Alcohol, betadine, and 3% hydrogen peroxide are some examples of antiseptics.

The chemical agents that kill microbes and are applied to inanimate objects like walls, tabletops, and floors are termed as a disinfectant. Disinfectants harm living tissues as they are harsh when compared to antiseptics. Bleach, ozone and formaldehyde are some examples of disinfectants.

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To indicate: Any chemicals can be used as a disinfectant as well as an antiseptic.

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Alcohol and hydrogen peroxide can be used both as antiseptics and disinfectants. When used as disinfectants, they are usually combined with other chemicals to enhance their effect. For example, alcohol when combined with dodecanoic acid increases its efficacy as a disinfectant.

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