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Differentiate between: Antiseptic and Disinfectants.
Distinguish Between
Solution
| Antiseptic | Disinfectant |
| These are mild chemical substances which destroy bacteria and prevent their further growth. | These are powerful chemical substances used for destroying microbes on floors, corners, instruments. |
| These are used locally in contact of body tissues. Example : Iodine, benzoic acid. |
These are not applied on body as they are corrosive in nature. Example: Formalin, DDT. |
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