Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Soldiers carry this in their first aid kit....

  1. Iodine

  2. NaCl

  3. Alcohol

  4. Benzene

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Explanation

Iodine (as tincture of iodine or povidone-iodine) is a common antiseptic carried in first aid kits for disinfecting wounds and preventing infection. While alcohol can also be used as a disinfectant, iodine solutions are more stable and have longer-lasting antimicrobial properties, making them preferred for field use. NaCl (salt) is not a disinfectant, and benzene is a toxic carcinogen never used medically.