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MIC 121 Introductory Microbiology Objective Question

Question

Joseph Lister's antiseptic surgery method primarily involved the use of which chemical on surgical dressings to prevent microorganisms from entering wounds?
Options
A Alcohol
B Hydrogen peroxide
C Phenol
Correct Answer
D Iodine
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 28 states, 'Phenol was used on surgical dressings' as part of his antiseptic method.

Hint

This chemical is also known as carbolic acid.

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