viruses

Question 1

active constituents of virkon

Answer 1

1. surfactant&raquo_space; ensures contact with macrophages, dentures proteins (targets lipid membrane)
2. organic acids/catalysts&raquo_space; produce low pH without corrosive effect, control oxidizing activity
3. oxidizing agent&raquo_space; oxidizes glycoproteins, reacts with sulphydryl groups in nuclein protien, optimized in acidic conditions
4. inorganic buffer&raquo_space; maintains low pH

Question 2

enzootic

Answer 2

natural pathogen that evolved with the ecosystem