March 12, 2023

Extent of antimicrobial action, rate of disinfection, and potency of a disinfectant depends on the following factors: Concentration of Disinfectant : Concentration of the disinfectant directly influences the rate of killing microorganisms. The curve obtained between the efficiency and concentration of disinfectant is generally exponential, rather than linear. Temperature : Normally, on increasing the temperature

Disinfectants are classified on the basis of the following factors: Based on Consistency : On the basis of consistency or state of matter, disinfectant are of two types: Liquid (e.g., alcohols, phenols), and Gaseous (e.g., formaldehyde vapour). Based on Spectrum of Activity : On the basis of spectrum of activity, disinfectant are of three types: High Level