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Chemical antimicrobial agents
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Agent that inhibits an organism | Static |
| Agent that kills an organism | Cidal |
| This agent can be static or cidal and can be used to disinfect humans | Antiseptics |
| 2 Antiseptic examples | 1. Hydrogen Peroxide 2. Alcohol 70% for skin |
| This type of agent kills organisms on enviromental surfaces | Disinfectants |
| Disinfectant examples | Bleach 5% Phenol 3% (carbolic acid) |