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Can soap really ‘kill� the coronavirus? (video)

WASHINGTON, March 23, 2020 � Constantly being told to wash your hands? Us, too. So we’re diving into the chemistry behind why soap is so effective against viruses like the coronavirus that causes COVID-19: .

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