Which of the following is NOT a desirable characteristic of an ideal antimicrobial agent?

A) it is inexpensive.
B) it is stable during storage.
C) it is harmless to humans.
D) it only arrests growth of vegetative cells.
E) it acts quickly.


D
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: The Selection of Microbial Control Methods
Learning Outcome: 9.6

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