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Chemistry in Everyday Life — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life2 Marks
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Turmeric powder can be used as antiseptic.
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Answer

  • Turmeric powder contains an active ingredient called curcumin.
  • Curcumin has antiseptic properties; thus, it is used for wound healing or applied on bruise.

Hence, turmeric powder can be used as antiseptic.

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