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Chloroxylenol is an example of
ChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2016
Options:
  • A antiseptic
  • B antipyretic
  • C analgesic
  • D tranquiliser
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The correct answer is: antiseptic
Chloroxylenol is an example of antiseptic. Dettol is a mixture of chloroxylenol and $\alpha$-terpineol. Chloroxylenol is responsible for the antiseptic and disinfectant properties of dettol.

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