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Abrasion - The wearing
away or cleaning by friction
Abrasive - A product that works by
abrasion or scouring action
Acid - A compound that ironises in water
to produce hydrogen irons - used in toilet cleaners, rust
removers and hard water stain removers
Acrylic Floor Finish - A water based
product that dries hard and glossy
Alcohols - Compounds that contain one or
more hydroxyl group. Alcohols used in cleaners are; ethyl,
methyl, propyl and butyl
Algaecide - Products that destroy algae
All Purpose Cleaner - A powder or liquid
detergent suitable for general house hold cleaning
Anhydrous Soap - Soap that contains no
water
Anionic Surfactant - Negatively charged
molecule widely used in high sudsing detergents
Antibacterial - Counteracting bacteria
Antimicrobial - An agent that destroys
bacteria, fungi, protozoa or any virus that is pathogenic
Antiredeposition Agent - Ingredient used
in detergents to help prevent soil from redepositing on
surfaces or fabrics
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