Plain Soap is Very Effective in Controlling Spread of Microorganisms

Question

Plain soap is very effective in controlling spread of microorganisms because it is
A)bacteriostatic.
B)very effective at the mechanical removal of microorganisms.
C)virucidal.
D)bactericidal.

Accepted Answer

Plain soap acts as a surfactant by reducing surface tension and enabling the mechanical removal of microorganisms from the skin. This process is more effective in controlling the spread of microorganisms than any specific antimicrobial properties of the soap.