According to the CDC, which of the following can inactivate HIV?

Correct option is C

Ans: (c) Ethyl alcohol Sol. Ethyl alcohol (commonly known as ethanol) is effective at inactivating HIV. According to the CDC, alcohol-based solutions containing at least 60% ethyl alcohol are effective in killing the HIV virus, which is why alcohol-based hand sanitizers are often recommended for reducing the spread of HIV and other infections.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Acetone: Acetone is a solvent and is not typically recommended for inactivating HIV. It does not have the same effectiveness as alcohol in killing the virus.
· (b) Distilled water: Distilled water does not have any antiviral properties and cannot inactivate HIV. It is used for dilution or rinsing purposes but does not affect the virus.
· (c) Ethyl alcohol: Correct answer. Ethyl alcohol, when used in concentrations of at least 60%, is effective in inactivating HIV by disrupting the viral envelope.
· (d) Acetic acid: While acetic acid (vinegar) can have some antimicrobial properties, it is not effective at inactivating HIV. Ethyl alcohol is a more reliable agent for this purpose.