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A chemical compound used to slow the growth of bacteria is called?

Antiseptic

While all of these options can have an impact on bacteria, an antiseptic specifically slows their growth. A disinfectant can eliminate most bacteria but not all. A sterilizer eliminates all living organisms. An antibiotic works on specific types of bacteria, killing them off.

Disinfectant

Sterilizer

Antibiotic

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