Germicide
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-012299
1. (GERM-uh-SIDE) A substance formulated to kill germs or microorganisms. The germicidal properties of chlorine make it an effective disinfectant.
2. Any compound that kills disease-causing microorganisms.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-012299 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | General environmental |
| References | Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms; Terms of Environment |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "1. (GERM-uh-SIDE) A substance formulated to kill germs or microorganisms. The germicidal properties of chlorine make it an effective disinfectant.\n\n2. Any compound that kills disease-causing microorganisms.",
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