Chapter 9 PostLecture Quiz Question 8 Part A Which of the fo

Chapter 9 Post-Lecture Quiz Question 8 Part A Which of the following is a low-level disinfectant? O alcohols O quats O halogens oxidizing agents Submit Hints My Answers Give Up Review Part Incorrect; Try Again; 5 attempts remaining oxidizing agents are high-level disinfectants.

Solution

Ans:

Low level disinfectant is : quats

Explanation:

- Quaternary ammonium compounds (QUATS) are used as low level disinfectant.

- They have good activity against some vegetative bacteria and lipid containing viruses.

- The germicidal activity of certain types of quats is considerably reduced by organic matter, water hardness and anionic detergents.

- potentially harmful bacteria can grow in quats solution.