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Q · Chemistry in Daily LifeMedium · 45s
Match the following: A. Antibiotic — 1. Paracetamol B. Analgesic — 2. Penicillin C. Disinfectant — 3. Phenol
TopicChemistry in Daily Life
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Penicillin is an antibiotic; paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever); phenol acts as a disinfectant.
Final Answer: Option A — A-2, B-1, C-3