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it increases the level of pH and damages bacteria

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What kind of drugs can kill bacteria?

The types of drugs that can kill bacteria are called 'antibiotics'.


Why are bases used for cleaning?

Because they won't corrode metal (like acids would) and yet they are still able to kill bacteria.


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How do antiseptics work to kill bacteria?

You use them on your hands to kill bacteria. Examples are Hand sanitizers, or soap now how they work to kill them is another question, well they for example inactivate the bacteria remove them make the bacteria "blowup", and they can stop bacteria from growing.


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How does tinning food kill bacteria?

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Does freezing kill salmonella bacteria?

No, it doesn't kill much of the bacteria at all and the bacteria remaining will grow during defrosting.


What can kill bacteria?

There are several things that can kill bacteria, including antibiotics. Antiseptics, sterilization, disinfectants, cold temperatures, and pasteurization are all things that can kill bacteria.


What germs do boiling water kill and don't?

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Does water kill bacteria?

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