What Does Bactericidal Mean?

A bactericide or bacteriocide, sometimes abbreviated Bcidal, is a substance which kills bacteria. Bactericides are disinfectants, antiseptics, or antibiotics.

What does the word bactericidal mean?

adjective. Refers to a substance (or a condition) capable of killing bacteria.

What is an example of a bactericidal?

A substance or agent capable of killing bacteria. Examples of bactericides are disinfectants, antiseptics and antibiotics.

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