alleryEthanol acts as an antiseptic mainly against what?
AMany microorganisms
BOnly mineral salts
CAll bacterial spores
DOnly metal surfaces
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Many microorganisms
Ethanol is effective against many bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
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