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What is the name of the filters used to retain volatile molecules, gases, and vapours?
What is the name of the filters used to retain volatile molecules, gases, and vapours?
- HEPA filters (correct)
- PPE filters
- Laboratory filters
- Administrative filters
What is the primary purpose of primary containment?
What is the primary purpose of primary containment?
- To ensure proper work practices and personal protective equipment
- To filter aerosols and volatile molecules
- To provide administrative controls
- To prevent the release of biological materials into the environment (correct)
What is the approximate settling time of 0.5 μm aerosol droplets?
What is the approximate settling time of 0.5 μm aerosol droplets?
- 41 hours (correct)
- 6 seconds
- 8 minutes
- 1.5 hours
What is the Most Penetrating Particle Size (MPPS) of HEPA filters?
What is the Most Penetrating Particle Size (MPPS) of HEPA filters?
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What is the general behaviour of small aerosol droplets?
What is the general behaviour of small aerosol droplets?
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What is the approximate size of most viruses in terms of microns?
What is the approximate size of most viruses in terms of microns?
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What is the primary limitation of H14 HEPA filters?
What is the primary limitation of H14 HEPA filters?
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What type of filter is commonly used for biosafety purposes, in addition to HEPA filters?
What type of filter is commonly used for biosafety purposes, in addition to HEPA filters?
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What is the Most Penetrating Particle Size (MPPS) for HEPA filters?
What is the Most Penetrating Particle Size (MPPS) for HEPA filters?
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What is the purpose of a biosafety cabinet in a laboratory?
What is the purpose of a biosafety cabinet in a laboratory?
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