Disinfectants

Question 1

have been widely used to control microbial growth and they are widely used in various fields.

Answer 1

Chemical agents

Question 2

-chemicals applied to the inanimate objects or surfaces
- prevent microbial growth through inhibition or destruction

Answer 2

Disinfectant

Question 3

chemicals applied to the skin or mucous membranes

prevent microbial growth through inhibition or destruction

Answer 3

Antiseptic

Question 4

kills bacteria/endospores

Answer 4

Bactericide/Germicides

Question 5

inhibits bacterial growth but not necessarily kill them.

Answer 5

Bacteriostatic agents

Question 6

kill viruses, spores of fungi, respectively

Answer 6

Viricide, sporicide, fungicides

Question 7

There are a number of factors that could affect the efficacy of a disinfectant

Answer 7

● The type and number of microorganisms present
● The material being disinfected
● Concentration of disinfectant
● Time allowed for the disinfectant to act (contact time)
● Temperature of the disinfectant