A ==Key Stage 4=====Meaning===An [[antiseptic]] is a [[chemical]] that can kill or weaken harmful [[microorganisms|microbesmicro-organism]]s. These are usually used outside of the body as they can be [[toxic]] to other living creatures[[organism]]s. ===About Antiseptics===: [[Antiseptic]]s may be strong [[acid]]s, strong [[alkali]]s or concentrated [[alcohol]]s.: Some common [[subtance]]s have [[antiseptic]] [[properties]] such as [[Ear Wax|ear wax]] or [[honey]].: [[Antiseptic]]s may target only one type of [[micro-organism]]. [[Antibacterial]] [[chemical]]s affect [[bacteria]] but not [[fungi]]. [[Antifungal]] [[chemical]]s affect [[fungi]] but not [[bacteria]].