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Bleach is very well known as a disinfectant. Yes bleach kills germs! Its effectiveness is all about the strength, if you are using straight bleach or diluting it in water.
A solution of one part bleach to 10 parts water is strong enough to kill the HIV/AIDS virus. When I was still working in home health, our nurses kept a spray bottle with this solution with them at all times to disinfect any areas where an AIDS patient had bled, etc. This solution is not only approved by OSHA, but is recommended.
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Does bleach kill germs?
yes
Will bleach kill aquarium germs?
Yes, bleach will kill the bacteria in your aquarium, but it will also kill everything else in the tank.
What is the nonmetallic element that is used to killed germs or to bleach fabric or paper?
Chlorine (Cl) is used commonly to kill germs and bleach because it is a strong oxidant. This allows it to oxidise and kill bacteria/germs.
Does Clorox kill mononucleosis germs on surfaces?
Bleach will effectively kill HPV on surfaces. Follow standard infection control protocols when using bleach.
How do you clean and kill germs in your kitchen?
You can remove germs by washing your hands and bathing more and makeing sur your clothes dont get to dirty, but becareful to not clean yourself to much because some germs help you fight other germs.
How do you kill germs 100 percent without using gases or soap?
bleach, boiling (sterilization), disinfectant.
Does color safe non chlorine bleach kill germs like chlorine bleach does when washing towels?
The Clorox website says that its color-safe, non-chlorine bleach is not a registered disinfectant with the EPA.
What cleaner kills more germs ammonia or bleach?
bleach
What chemical kills germs?
Two basic types of chemicals kill germs. 1) Antibiotics e.g. Penicillin, Sulphonamide and 2) Oxidising agents e.g. Chlorine bleach, Hydrogen Peroxide.
How do you keep your bathroom clean?
You can clean the toilet with hydrochloric acid. Then clean the sink area with bleach. Virtually all ceramic materials can be cleaned fully with bleach to kill all of the germs.
What substance can be used to kill germs in water?
bleach, but not if you're planning on drinking it. If you're going to drink "this" water, you should boil it.
How long does bleach kill weeds for?
Undiluted2 days.
