The Major Characteristics of Chemical Control Agents as a Group

Multiple Choice

The major characteristics of chemical control agents as a group include ________. (Select all that apply)

A) they may be placed into 3 groups based on strength of control: sterilants, disinfectants and antiseptics
B) their primary function is to kill, inactivate or inhibit growth of microbes
C) they have different toxicities that govern their safe use
D) some of these are so toxic that they must be used under strict supervision and/or restricted places