Tag: Disinfectants

It is a well-established fact that alcohols can disrupt protein structures. This process, known as denaturation, is fundamental to how alcohol-based disinfectants function and is a common laboratory phenomenon demonstrated by exposing egg whites to rubbing alcohol.

According to a study, quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) were detected in 80% of human blood samples, indicating widespread exposure. This highlights the importance of understanding what Quat QAC is in drinking water and how these ubiquitous chemicals can enter our water supply, potentially impacting public health.