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What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
Sterilization removes or destroys all microorganisms, including bacterial spores, while disinfection reduces the number of pathogenic microorganisms, but not necessarily bacterial spores.
What is the most widespread method of physical heat sterilization?
Hot Air Sterilizer
What is the purpose of pasteurization in the context of microbial growth control?
To reduce the number of pathogenic microorganisms to a non-harmful level
What is the difference between in vivo and in vitro antimicrobials?
In vivo antimicrobials are used inside the body, while in vitro antimicrobials are used outside the body.
Test your knowledge on the control of microbial growth with this quiz. Explore the differences between sterilization and disinfection, and learn about in vivo antimicrobial methods. Enhance your understanding of how to effectively manage microorganisms in various environments.
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