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A chemical compound, regardless of its source (either natural or synthetic), that is capable of killing or inhibiting microorganisms is referred to as:

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It is referred to as an antimicrobial

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Answer: Antimicrobial

Explanation: an antimicrobial compound is activated in the presence of microbes.

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