Formalin (37% Formaldehyde) is Used For

Question

Formalin (37% formaldehyde) is used for
A) antisepsis.
B) disinfection.
C) sterilization.
D) sanitization.
E) both disinfection and sterilization.

Accepted Answer

Formalin (37% formaldehyde) is a highly reactive chemical that is effective against a wide range of microorganisms. It is used for both disinfection and sterilization purposes. However, formalin is not used for antisepsis or sanitization. Therefore, the best choice is E (both disinfection and sterilization).