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There is one disinfectant that I think works and is safe and that is definitely Purell. They make hand sanitizers and even soap-less whipes that I love. The second choice is lysol, but I don't trust it as much since it is an aerosol.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoNo, disinfectants are too powerful and often toxic to be used on living tissue. They are usually used on floors, tabletops, bathroom surfaces, etc. Antiseptics, on the other hand, are used for the purpose of killing or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms on living surfaces.
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What element in the halogens group is used in disinfectants and chemical weapons?
chlorine
Is parenchyma a dead tissue?
no. it is a living tissue.
The family that contains disinfectants is the?
The halogen family is probably the answer- as hypochlorites (household bleach) and chlorine dioxide are commonly used. Many other non halogen compounds are disinfectants such as phenol, C6H5OH, potassium peroxymonosulfate, are also disinfectants- the halogen family does not have a monopoly.
What is the living tissue in teeth?
A living cell is the smallest structure of that carries out specific functions.
Is the cornea a living tissue?
No, it is not.
What are difference between antiseptics and disinfectants?
antiseptics are used on living tissue disinfectants are used on non-living things disinfectants are also much stronger and are too toxic to be used on living tissue
Why can't disinfectants used to clean skin?
Disinfectants kill or inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Most disinfectants are too harsh to be applied to living tissue, and are applied only to inanimate surfaces. Ammonia, ethanol, and bleach are examples of widely used disinfectants.
What is the difference between antisepticsand disinfectants?
Disinfectants are antibacterial agents that are applied to inorganic surfaces. They should generally be distinguished from antiseptics that destroy pathogens on living tissue.
What aseptic method can be used on living tissues?
antiseptics are less powerfull than disinfectants and are safe to use on living tissues
Briefly discuss disinfection and antisepsis in relation to patient care?
Disinfectants are applied to non-living objects to destroy microorganisms that are living there, such as machines or objects in a patient's room. Disinfection does not necessarily kill all microorganisms, especially resistant bacterial spores; it is less effective than sterilization. Disinfectants are different from antiseptics, which destroy microorganisms on living tissue.
What are the Differences between antiseptics and disinfectants?
Antiseptics are used on living tissues to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, while disinfectants are used on surfaces to kill or inactivate microorganisms. Antiseptics are generally safe for use on skin, whereas disinfectants may be too harsh for use on skin. Antiseptics are typically used for wound cleaning, while disinfectants are used for cleaning surfaces in healthcare settings.
Why is mercury used in disinfectants?
because it is and that is why
Is connective tissue living?
There are living and nonliving components in a connective tissue.
What is in the disinfectants?
An agent which is used to kill or prevant growth of micro orgnism
What element in the halogens group is used in disinfectants and chemical weapons?
chlorine
What use do halogens iodine and chlorine have in common?
they are both used as disinfectants.
Is parenchyma a dead tissue?
no. it is a living tissue.
