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Why is hydrogen peroxide so effective against anaerobes like Clostridium tetani that have infected a puncture...

  1. Why is hydrogen peroxide so effective against anaerobes like Clostridium tetani that have infected a puncture wound? Make sure to explain what an anaerobe is as well as the action of hydrogen peroxide in your answer.

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Ans. Organisms living without air or oxygen are known as anaerobes.

gladiator answered 1 year ago
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