Author: Poonam Taprial
Hydrogen Peroxide It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features: it is used in cleaning of wounds. It breaks down …
Glycerin It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features: it is a colorless, odorless, hygroscopic, thick liquid. It is used …
Gentian violet It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features: it is moderately soluble in water, alcohol and glycerin. Its …
Carbolic acid It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features: It is a hygroscopic and highly corrosive substance. It is …
Boric Acid It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features: It is available in the form of colorless and odorless …
Acriflavine It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features it is aniline derivative, soluble in water. It is orange in …
Spirit It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms. Features It is a 70% solution of alcohol …
Common Disinfectants Dettol: when used to clean the skin surface, it is applied in pure form and left uncovered until the skin becomes dry. When used as an antiseptic …
