Why do disinfectants only kill 99.9% of germs? Here's the science

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Dec 30, 2024, 3:00 pm227 pts
Have you ever wondered why most disinfectants indicate they kill 99.9% or 99.99% of germs, but never promise to wipe out all of them? Perhaps the thought has crossed your mind mid-way through cleaning your kitchen or bathroom.

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