In the early phase of the Covid-19 epidemic, scientists were quoted saying that coronavirus could remain active for three hours to seven days. Now in a study, Australian researchers have found that the virus can remain active for 28 days on a smooth surface like a smart mobile phone screen. The virus remains active in low temperatures and in high temperatures.
The virus can stay active on Currency notes, glass, and stainless steel
A study conducted by the Australian Center for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) has revealed that in low temperatures, no holes and smooth surfaces such as glass, stainless steel, etc, the virus can remain active for a long time. In contrast, the virus is able to remain active for a short time on surfaces such as cotton.
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, or CSIRO and the National Science Agency of Australia, also found that the virus could remain active longer on paper notes than on plastic currency. The study is published in the science journal Virology.
Keep clean, wash hands
Prof. ACDP Director According to Trevor Drew, many viruses can also remain active on the surface outside the host. However, how long they remain transitive depends on their type, number, surface, environment and condition etc.
Not only this, the protein and fat available in the body can also increase the duration of the virus’ functioning. Researchers say that to avoid corona infection and to prevent its spread, it is very important to keep the surroundings clean and wash your hands.
Use single-use disinfectant wipes (alcohol-based) or a mobile sanitiser for your smartphone.
Avoid using any liquid based-products or bleach, vinegar and any harsh chemical products to clean your phone.
Virus lifespan at 20 ° temperature
Debbie Eagles, deputy director of ACDP, said, “We found that at 20 ° C temperature the coronavirus remains active for much longer. It can remain active for 28 days on a smooth surface like a mobile phone screen. However, at the same temperature, influenza virus can remain active for only 17 days. According to CSIRO chief executive, Larry Marshall, “Knowing how long the coronavirus can remain active on the surface helps us prevent its spread.”
The effect of corona decreases at 30–40 degrees
Corona specimens from an infected person were placed on different surfaces and left for about a month. Subsequently, the duration of the coronavirus stay was assessed. The coronavirus was subsequently tested at 30 and 40 ° C temperatures as well. It was found that the duration of the virus remained active. This experiment was carried out in the dark because ultraviolet rays (UV light) and sunlight shorten the period of time the coronavirus is active.
India will get 2 vaccines by next year, Health Minister reveals further strategy
Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has expressed hope that the coronavirus vaccine in India will come by the beginning of next year. He also said that expert groups are formulating strategies to plan the distribution of vaccines in the country.
Harshvardhan Ji was speaking at the 21st meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM). During this time he was also accompanied by Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Foreign Minister S. Jayashankar.
Team IndoreHD urges you to keep your devices clean, do NOT use a sanitizer to directly clean your device surfaces.