Which of the Following Statements is TRUE of Disinfectants

Question

Which of the following statements is TRUE of disinfectants?
A) They are effective in destroying endospores.
B) They are used on living tissue.
C) They are used for sterilization.
D) They are used on inanimate surfaces.
E) They are only effective for short periods of time (seconds to minutes).

Accepted Answer

Disinfectants are used on inanimate surfaces to destroy pathogenic microorganisms. They are not effective in destroying endospores and are different from sterilizers, which are used for sterilization of equipment and medical instruments. Disinfectants can be effective for longer periods than seconds to minutes, depending on the specific product and its instructions for use.