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Would it be better if cells were about 70% alcohol instead of 70% water?

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If you're being serious about this, I would say no.

Step-by-step explanation:

Water is also required to denature the proteins of the cell membrane and acts as a catalyst for the reaction. The contact time of the alcohol with the organism also plays an important role. ... Thus 70% IPA solution in water is more effective than 100% absolute alcohol and have more disinfectant capacity.

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