håndalkohol
Håndalkohol, also known as hand sanitizer or rubbing alcohol, is a liquid or gel designed to disinfect hands when soap and water are not available. It typically contains a high concentration of alcohol, most commonly ethanol or isopropyl alcohol, as its active ingredient. The alcohol works by denaturing proteins and disrupting cell membranes of microorganisms, effectively killing bacteria and viruses.
The effectiveness of håndalkohol as a disinfectant depends on its alcohol concentration. Health authorities generally recommend
Håndalkohol is widely used in healthcare settings to prevent the spread of infections and is also a