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Question
A strong chemical substance which is used on objects and surfaces in our surroundings to kill germs:
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Cresol
Carbolic acid
Iodine
Mercurochrome
Solution
A strong chemical substance which is used on objects and surfaces in our surroundings to kill germs: Cresol
A chemical substance that is used to inhibit the growth and development of microorganisms is called as antiseptic or disinfectants. Disinfectants destroy microorganisms that grow on inanimate/ nonliving surfaces and objects whereas antiseptics destroy microorganisms on living tissue/ body. Cresol is an example of disinfectant. It is a phenolic compound.
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