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Identify the statement that is not true about the use of aldehydes as disinfectants.


A) Aldehydes are used to destroy microorganisms as they are incorporated into the bacterial cell well, which disrupts the membrane's permeability.
B) Glutaraldehyde is used for cold sterilization of equipment, medical devices, and surgical instruments.
C) Aldehydes are never used as an antiseptic because of the potential damage to human tissue at any concentration.
D) Formaldehyde is used for preparing tissue samples for lab evaluation.

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