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Does covid 19 spread through soap? like if i have used a soap and other person also used the same soap , will the germs transfer ?
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Great question?: Soap works through a hydrophilic/ hydrophobic effect between germs, soap and water. It does not work the same as a sanitizer. As a result, if really concerned, you can rinse off a bar of soap before using.
Answered 7/2/2020
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