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How long do corona virus germs last on surfaces? how long does it take for the germs to die?
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Varies: The estimates range from a few hours in the air or cardboard to several days on stainless steel or copper. Simple hand washing with soap disables/kills the virus if present on your hands. Sanitizers or hydrogen peroxide also kills the virus, as does heat (140 F x15 minutes).
Answered 4/12/2020
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