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Well Hydrogen Peroxide is able to kill the most deadly bacteria. So by random guess I am pretty sure it could.
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Can hydrogen peroxide kill ringworm?
H2O2 does not kill ringworm because the ringworm are usually a fungus infection and it is too deep in the epidermis to really penetrate the fungus. Thus Hydrogen Peroxide is not supposed to be used
Can hydrogen peroxide kill a person without swallowing?
no it can't kill a person without swallowing
Will hydrogen peroxide kill spider mites?
Hydrogen Peroxide will kill spider mites on plants without hurting the plants. After applying a mixture of 8 ounces of 1.5% hydrogen peroxide/1 gallon water via a pump sprayer, checking under a microscope reveals no motion from the mites. After 24 hours, lots of dead spider mites are visible, and the plants show no sign of damage.
Is hydrogen peroxide safe to swallow?
Definitely not, it is safe to boil out infections and put in sores to kill bacteria but if you drink too much it it will kill you. you can try drinking some water to dilute it, if the amount was too much you will throw up, it is possible that you may require an internal tube to reduce severe distension due to the gas that forms.
What enzyme breaks down hydrogen peroxide?
For the most part, yes.Many unicellular organisms do not, which is why it's used as a disinfectant: it's not very harmful to your cells (which can break it down) but it's harmful to bacteria (which can't).Supv note: Gaah! Hydrogen peroxide is only toxic to organisms that can't stand an oxygen atmosphere such as Gram negative bacteria because it decomposes to release oxygen.ANS2:Well, of course. That enzyme would be called "Hydrogen peroxidase". You can search on that topic or you could look at the attached link.
Why does hydrogen peroxide kill bacteria but not human skin cells?
Hydrogen Peroxide does kill newer human skin cells, and can increase the chance of scarring because of it.
Why doesn't hydrogen peroxide kill human cells?
It can kill human cells.
Can hydrogen peroxide kill ringworm?
H2O2 does not kill ringworm because the ringworm are usually a fungus infection and it is too deep in the epidermis to really penetrate the fungus. Thus Hydrogen Peroxide is not supposed to be used
Can hydrogen peroxide kill a person without swallowing?
no it can't kill a person without swallowing
What is the meaning of hydrogen peroxide?
It is an antisceptic solution sold in bottles. Used to kill germs in wounds.
Does hydrogen peroxide lose its ability to clean wounds if exposed to light?
Yes it does. I quote from a medical site: "Hydrogen peroxide can kill bacteria on contact and has been widely used for that purpose. However, straight hydrogen peroxide is unstable and rapidly loses its effectiveness when exposed to air or light." Hope this helps. (:
Can human being drink deuterium dioxide?
Deuterium dioxide is D2O2 (deuterated hydrogen peroxide). Given that drinking Hydrogen peroxide in high conc. would kill you, I'm going to go ahead and say, No.
Should hydrogen peroxide be used on a staph infection?
Hyrdrogen peroxide can be used to kill harmful bacteria. While there may be better options for treatment of a staph infection, hydrogen peroxide will not cause harm to a staph infection and could help aid in killing off harmful bacteria.
Will hydrogen peroxide kill spider mites?
Hydrogen Peroxide will kill spider mites on plants without hurting the plants. After applying a mixture of 8 ounces of 1.5% hydrogen peroxide/1 gallon water via a pump sprayer, checking under a microscope reveals no motion from the mites. After 24 hours, lots of dead spider mites are visible, and the plants show no sign of damage.
Can you remove mold of a bassoon reed and still play it?
Yeah get hydrogen peroxide and put the reed in it that should kill the mold
Does hydrogen peroxide kill scabies?
No. See the doctor for advice and wash all your clothing, bedding and perhaps buy a new mattress.
Why is a fever over 40 degree Celsius life threatening?
Because high temperature denature proteins in the body. When you get a high fever the enzyme catalase doesn't break down the hydrogen peroxide in your body into water and oxygen. Hydrogen peroxide in your body in excess ammonts can kill you.
