Which of the Following Regarding Antimicrobial Control Agents Is FALSE

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following regarding antimicrobial control agents is FALSE?

• A) A true antimicrobial control agent is equally effective against both bacteria and viruses.
• B) Contaminating organic debris such as blood or sputum will decrease effectiveness.
• C) Some agents kill by denaturing microbial cell proteins.
• D) Some agents are utilized as both an antiseptic and a disinfectant.
• E) Some agents affect microbial cell membranes by dissolving lipids.

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