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Which of these kills microbes faster, 3% hydrogen peroxide or 70% isopropyl alcohol? i am considering them as alternative cleaners around the house.

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Killing bacteria: Hydrogen peroxide is useless for the purpose that you describe. It is good for removing blood. Alcohol will kill bacteria. However, a few drops of bleach in a cup of water would do better than the others.

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Answered 4/16/2018

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