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What is the working principle of an autoclave?
An autoclave provides sterilization using steam under pressure to kill bacteria, viruses, and spores present in the material.
What is the autoclave also called?
The autoclave is also called a steam sterilizer.
What is the pressure chamber made of?
The pressure chamber is made up of stainless steel or gunmetal inside an outer jacket made of iron.
What type of sterilization method is the autoclave based on?
The autoclave is based on moist heat sterilization.
What is the purpose of the outer jacket in an autoclave?
The outer jacket is filled with steam to reduce the time taken to reach the sterilization temperature.
Test your knowledge of autoclaves and laminar flow with this quiz. Learn about the working principles and operations of these essential tools used in sterile media preparation in cell biology. Brush up on your understanding of sterilization methods and their applications in laboratory settings.
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