substances (such as pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and insecticides) which kill living organisms
An additive which will prevent growth of bacteria or fungi Used in paints, floor coverings and sometimes in fabrics They are toxic materials which are usually only safe in low concentrations
chemical agents with the capacity to kill biological life forms Bactericides, insecticides, pesticides, etc are examples
A chemical agent capable of killing organisms responsible for microbiological degradation