All of the Following Substances Are Effective Against Nonenveloped Viruses

question 7

Multiple Choice

All of the following substances are effective against nonenveloped viruses EXCEPT

• A) chlorine.
• B) alcohol.
• C) ethylene oxide.
• D) ozone.
• E) None of the answers is correct; all of these are equally effective against nonenveloped viruses.

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Definitions:

Continental Crust

The layer of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks that forms the continents and continental shelves, characterized by its thickness and composition distinct from oceanic crust.

Mafic Basalt

A type of basaltic rock that is rich in magnesium and iron, characterized by its dark color and low silica content.

Decompression Melting

The melting of rock due to a decrease in pressure as it rises towards the Earth's surface, a common mechanism at mid-ocean ridges and mantle plumes.

Mantle-Derived Magmas

Magmas that originate from the partial melting of the Earth's mantle, often rich in magnesium and iron.