If porous things like certain ceramics are bad to use because they trap and grow bacteria, how come we can use the same sponges for things like washing our body and for dishes?

Question

If porous things like certain ceramics are bad to use because they trap and grow bacteria, how come we can use the same sponges for things like washing our body and for dishes?

In: Biology

Answer 1

You’re supposed to use a different sponge for the dishes and washing your body, even when you do the dishes in the shower.