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Do alcohol vapors kill airborn germs?

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A bacterium that happened to careen into some alcohol molecules would probably be killed. The problem is that it's incredibly difficult to get them to meet: Even a deadly miasma isn't very effective. read more

A bacterium that happened to careen into some alcohol molecules would probably be killed. The problem is that it's incredibly difficult to get them to meet: Even a deadly miasma isn't very effective. read more

Alcohol tends to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms at concentrations of 5-15%. This is why the alcohol content of fermented beverages is in this range - too much alcohol and the fermenting bugs can no longer grow. At higher concentrations, alcohols actively kill bacteria. 70% ethanol is optimal for killing most bugs. read more

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