An agent capable of killing microbes rapidly,perhaps killing certain microorganisms but only inhibiting the growth of others is called
A) antiseptic
B) disinfectant
C) sanitizer
D) germicide

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A germicide is an agent that can rapidly kill microbes, including various types of microorganisms. It may have a broad or narrow spectrum of activity, but it is designed to kill the targeted microbes entirely. Both antiseptics and disinfectants can help to control microbial growth, but they may not necessarily kill all microbes completely. A sanitizer is a type of disinfectant that is specifically designed for use on surfaces that come into contact with food, but it also may not necessarily kill all microorganisms. Therefore, the best choice for an agent that can rapidly kill microbes is a germicide.

An Agent Capable of Killing Microbes Rapidly,perhaps Killing Certain Microorganisms