Multiple Choice QuestionsAntiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following is not true.
A 0.2% solution of phenol is an antiseptic while 1% solution acts as a disinfectant
Chlorine and iodine are used as strong disinfectants
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen, peroxide are strong antiseptics
Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen, peroxide are strong antiseptics
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Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen, peroxide are strong antiseptics
Antiseptics and disinfectants both either kill or prevent the growth of microorganisms. The main point of difference between these two is that the former (antiseptics) are used for living beings whereas disinfectants are not safe for living tissues. These are actually used for inanimate objects like floors, tiles etc.
A substance like phenol in its lower concentration (0.2%) behaves as antiseptic whereas in higher concentration (1%) as disinfectant. Chlorine and iodine are strong disinfectants whereas dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are mild antiseptics.
Chloramphenicol is an
antifertility drug
antihistamine
antiseptic and disinfectant
antiseptic and disinfectant
Which one of the following is employed as antihistamine?
Diphenyl hydramine
Norethindrone
Omeprazole
Omeprazole
Which one of the following is employed asa tranquilizer drug?
Promethazine
Valium
Naproxen
Naproxen
Which one of the following is employed as a tranquilizer?
Equanil
Naproxen
Tetracycline
Tetracycline
Which of the following hormones contain iodine?
Insulin
Testosterone
Adrenaline
Adrenaline
Which one of the following is an amine hormone?
Thyroxine
Oxypurin
Insulin
Progesterone
Mixture of chloroxylenol and terpineol acts as
Analgesic
Antiseptic
Antipyretic
Antipyretic
Which one among the following is added to soap to impart antiseptic property?
Sodium lauryl sulphate
Sodium dodecylbenzene sulphonates
Rosin
Bithional
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