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Basic Alcohols From Organic Chemistry
Isopropyl alcohol was the most efficient. They all, especially when mixed with water, could impact viruses that had a lipid layer. So it has a good effectiveness on viruses. It seemed harder on bacteria,. But that's generally what you're using when you use hand sanitizer in your hands and the water in conjunction with the alcohol does play a role. You can help it unless it comes in a food safe container. Right. And actually, I did read a study that tested the efficiency of methanol, ethanol, and isopropylalcohol. That's your alcohol. Your lesson on basic alcohols from organic chemistry.
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