Question
Chemistry Question on Environmental Chemistry
The mixture of chloroxylenol and terpineol is an example of
A
Antiseptic
B
Pesticide
C
Disinfectant
D
Narcotic analgesic
Answer
Antiseptic
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is (A) : Antiseptic
Mixture of chloroxylenol and terpineol is known as Dettol. It acts as an antiseptic. It is applied to living tissues as it kills bacteria and stops their growth, preventing further infections.