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Antiseptic are agents used topically on the body, intended to destroy fungi, bacteria, virii and other biological pathogens. These are discrete from antibiotics, which may be injested and may also act systemically, and from disinfectants, which are not intended to be applied directly to a living entity. Typically, antiseptics are oxidants (such as hydrogen peroxide), dessicants (such as rubbing alcohol), lipid dissolvers or detergents (such as soap), and other more exotic categories.
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What are antiseptics?
antiseptics method is one in which germs are stopped from getting into the body
What are antiseptics method?
antiseptics method is one in which germs are stopped from getting into the body
How does the enzymes in bacteria react to antiseptics?
The enzymes in the body are probably get destroyed by the antiseptics. Antiseptics are usually poisons for humans also and they ruthlessly kill the bacteria.
How do antiseptics work to kill bacteria?
You use them on your hands to kill bacteria. Examples are Hand sanitizers, or soap now how they work to kill them is another question, well they for example inactivate the bacteria remove them make the bacteria "blowup", and they can stop bacteria from growing.
What do antiseptics and disenfectants do?
When used for cleaning or hygiene, antiseptics and disinfectants kill or neutralize viruses, bacteria and sometimes fungi.
Will antiseptics kill virus?
yes
What are antiseptics made up of?
Stuff
How do antiseptics work?
Antiseptics, such as alcohol, don't actually kill bacteria but usually prevent them from growing/reproducing. They change the environment and reduce the "food" supply. Other antiseptics can destroy bacteria by attacking their cell membrane.
What did j. Lister invent?
He invented antiseptics.
What has the author Marguerite Wayman written?
Marguerite Wayman has written: 'Effect of certain antiseptics upon the activity of amylases ..' -- subject(s): Antiseptics, Enzymes
How do antiseptics kill bacteria?
antiseptics target the bacteria and alter the PHof their enviroment toa more basic or acidic level in which they cant live or grow in
What is the role of antiseptics in bacterial infection?
Antiseptics kill bacteria in bacterial infections. They also prevent any other germs from entering the site of the infection such as in a cut.
