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Directions: Choose the option which substitutes the following phrase.
A substance that is used to destroy germs
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Germicide
💡 Explanation:
A germicide is a substance that destroys germs, especially pathogenic microorganisms. The term combines 'germ' with 'cide' (killer). Pesticide kills pests, acid cleaner describes a cleaning agent, and germ killer is too informal.