antibacterial properties

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antibacterial
adjective
uk
/ˌæn.ti.bækˈtɪə.ri.əl/us
/ˌæn.t̬i.bækˈtɪr.i.əl/
intended to kill or reduce the harmful effects of bacteria especially when used on ...
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property
noun
uk
/ˈprɒp.ə.ti/us
/ˈprɑː.pɚ.t̬i/
an object or objects that belong ...
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(Definition ofantibacterialandpropertyfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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For surfactin to carry out itsantibacterialpropertysuccessfully, the bacterium needs to be treated with a high concentration.
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The account reviews activity not only against insects but, for example, antiviral and antibacterial properties and the development of neem-derived compounds to control fungal plant pathogens and plant parasitic nematodes.
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Colloidal silver has antibacterial properties, but it is not used as an alternative to antibiotics because of its toxicity when taken internally.
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Vinegar has been reputed to have strong antibacterial properties.
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It is usually applied to exteriors; however, it is traditionally used internally in food preparation areas, particularly rural dairies, for its mildly antibacterial properties.
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In modern medicine, bismuth subcarbonate has been made into nanotube arrays that exhibit antibacterial properties.
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This aids in provision of saliva, which washes away oral bacteria, has antibacterial properties and promotes mechanical activity which helps cleanse the mouth.
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But some doctors do prescribe the antibiotic azithromycin because, in addition to its antibacterial properties, azithromycin also has anti-inflammatory and immuno-modulatory properties.
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Docks contain anthraquinones, which have laxative and antibacterial properties, as well as stopping the growth of some parasites and fungi.
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It is classified as an intermediate restorative material and has anaesthetic and antibacterial properties.
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There are two mechanisms for this preservation: dehydration and the antibacterial properties of absorbed smoke.
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The production of manuka honey, valued for its antibacterial properties, is increasingly important.
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They can also include essential oil constituents that have some antibacterial properties, thymol, eucalyptol or menthol.
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Storage may also be assisted by the antibacterial properties of the bark and foliage of boreal tree species.
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The mucus plug is also known to have antibacterial properties.
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Nanoscopic metals are commonly added to certain soaps specifically for both colouration and antibacterial properties.
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Neem is a very hardy and drought tolerant tree, has antifungal and antibacterial properties, but it still has many diseases.
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In laboratory animals, the gingerols increase the motility of the gastrointestinal tract and have analgesic, sedative, antipyretic and antibacterial properties.
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