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What does the thermal death point (TDP) of a microorganism refer to?
The lowest temperature at which all microbes are killed in a 10-minute exposure
Why is boiling less effective at killing endospores?
Endospores can survive up to boiling temperatures
What is the purpose of the thermal death time (TDT)?
To determine the length of time needed to kill all microorganisms in a sample at a given temperature
Test your knowledge on microbial control methods with this quiz! Learn about the role of heat in killing microbes and discover the concept of thermal death point. Challenge yourself to understand how different microorganisms react to high temperatures.
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