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Antiseptics and disinfectants either kill or prevent growth of microorganisms. Identify which of the following statements is not true. 

a) Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics. 

b) Disinfectants harm the living tissues 

c) A 0.2% solution of phenol is an antiseptic while 1% solution acts as a disinfectant 

d) Chlorine and iodine are used as strong disinfectants

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a) Dilute solutions of boric acid and hydrogen peroxide are strong antiseptics.

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