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What can bacteria do that viruses cannot?
Bacteria can attack and kill cells. White blood cells can kill bacteria.
Do alcoholic beverages kill contagious viruses and bacteria?
Alcohol has some disinfectant properties and can kill some viruses and bacteria on surfaces. However, it is not safe or effective to consume alcohol to kill viruses or bacteria inside the body. It is important to rely on proper hygiene practices and medical advice for protection against contagious diseases.
Does Bacteria have viruses?
Yes, bacteria can be infected by viruses called bacteriophages. Bacteriophages are specific to infecting bacteria and can inject their genetic material into a bacterial cell, causing it to replicate and produce more viruses. This process eventually leads to the lysis, or bursting, of the bacterial cell, releasing more viruses to infect other bacteria.
Does a steam mop kill bacteria and viruses?
Yes, steam mops can effectively kill bacteria and some viruses due to the high heat they produce. The steam helps to sanitize and disinfect the surface by penetrating crevices where germs may hide. However, it's important to follow manufacturer instructions and use the mop properly for optimal results.
Do bacteriophage means bacteria eater?
Yes, the word "bacteriophage" literally means "bacteria eater" in Greek. Bacteriophages are viruses that specifically infect and replicate within bacteria, ultimately leading to their destruction. They are known for their ability to kill bacteria and are being investigated for their potential as an alternative treatment to antibiotics.
What does chlorhexidine kill?
Bacteria and Viruses
What can bacteria do that viruses cannot?
Bacteria can attack and kill cells. White blood cells can kill bacteria.
Can helpful bacteria kill viruses?
yes it does
Why do antibodies work to kill bacteria but not viruses?
bacteria is complit cell or contain cellular material hence specific antibody riquar as compair to virus is difrance
How do antibodies work to kill bacteria but not viruses?
they engulf them
Why cant you use antibiotics to kill virus but bacteria can be killed by antibiotics?
Because bacteria and viruses are two completely different things. Antibiotics - as their name implies - will kill bacteria, but antibiotics simply have no effect on viruses.
Does bleach kill viruses?
Bleach can kill both viruses and bacteria. It can be used to disinfect surfaces but should never be used internally.
Can saliva kill bacteria?
Well there are lots of helpful, symbiotic bacteria in your saliva that help kill lots of harmful bacteria and viruses; so in a way, yes.
Will extreme cold temperatures kill viruses on surfaces?
Some viruses are sensitive to cold- most bacteria are.
Do alcoholic beverages kill contagious viruses and bacteria?
Alcohol has some disinfectant properties and can kill some viruses and bacteria on surfaces. However, it is not safe or effective to consume alcohol to kill viruses or bacteria inside the body. It is important to rely on proper hygiene practices and medical advice for protection against contagious diseases.
Does Bacteria have viruses?
Yes, bacteria can be infected by viruses called bacteriophages. Bacteriophages are specific to infecting bacteria and can inject their genetic material into a bacterial cell, causing it to replicate and produce more viruses. This process eventually leads to the lysis, or bursting, of the bacterial cell, releasing more viruses to infect other bacteria.
Why antibiotics wont help a viral sore throat or a common cold?
Antibiotics kill bacteria. They do not kill viruses.
