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Why are biofilms of major concern in industry when disinfectants are utilized?
Because disinfectants rarely succeed in killing off biofilm. Biofilms cause about 80% of infections in humans.
Why is mercury used in disinfectants?
Mercury is not commonly used in disinfectants due to its toxic effects on humans and the environment. It has largely been phased out of consumer products in favor of safer and more effective alternatives.
What disinfectants are water based?
The are a number of disinfectants that are known to be water based. These include disinfectants such as Lysol, Oxy Clean in liquid format, and even Phenolics.
How can bateriostatic and bactericidal disinfectants be distinguished?
Bacteriostatic disinfectants inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria without killing them, while bactericidal disinfectants kill bacteria. Bacteriostatic disinfectants may not eliminate all bacteria, but they can prevent their proliferation. On the other hand, bactericidal disinfectants are more effective at completely destroying bacteria.
What are disinfectants?
Disinfectable
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.
Describe the similarities and differences of antibiotics and disinfectants?
One similarity is that both antibiotics and disinfectants help keep people healthy. The difference is antibiotics inhibit or kill microorganisms while disinfectants only kill them.
Are humans bad?
Yes. They're a bad species.
Is carbon dioxide good or bad for humans?
Its bad
What are difference between antiseptics and disinfectants?
Antiseptics are used on living tissues to prevent infection, while disinfectants are used on non-living surfaces to kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. Antiseptics are typically less harsh than disinfectants and are safe for use on skin. Disinfectants are typically stronger and designed for use on surfaces like countertops, floors, and medical instruments.
Why are factories bad for us and the animals?
Because it causes bad air pollution which is bad for humans and animals because of all the bad air. It has dirty gas which is bad for humans and animals to breathe.
How can ozone molecules can be good and bad for humans?
Yes, ozone molecules can be good and bad for humans. Good as in at ozone layer and bad at ground level.
