Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 9 - Controlling Microbial Growth in the Environment - Questions For Review - Multiple Choice - Page 285: 20

Answer

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Quaternary ammonium compounds are most soluble in water. Quaternary ammonium compounds—better known as quats—are the most popular detergents for microbial control and are composed of an ammonium cation. However, as some pathogens can thrive in quats, these are classified as low-level disinfectants.
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