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How do antiseptics differ from disinfectants ? Name a substance which can be used as a disinfectant as well as an antiseptic.

 

 
 
 
 
 

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Antiseptics are applied to the living tissues such as wounds, cut and other skin surface but disinfectants are effective against micro-organism and used for drainage system, floors cleaning etc. 
For example :-  0.2% Phenol can be used as both antiseptic and disinfectant. 

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