Question

Give a suitable word for chemical which kill or stop the growth of pathogens

Answer 1

the chemical which kill or stop the effect of pathogens are known as preservatives

or there is suffix (--icide) behind any word means that it is a killer

eg pesticide,spermicide,etc

Answer 2

 Phenol or bleach is the most common chemical or disinfectant used to inhibit the growth of these pathogens.