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During which phase of microbial growth does sporulation occur?
During which phase of microbial growth does sporulation occur?
- Log phase
- Death or Decline phase
- Exponential phase
- Stationary phase (correct)
Which term refers to the destruction and removal of all forms of microbial life, including endospores?
Which term refers to the destruction and removal of all forms of microbial life, including endospores?
- Commercial sterilization
- Sterilization (correct)
- Antisepsis
- Disinfection
What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
- Sterilization kills only vegetative pathogens, while disinfection kills all microorganisms.
- Disinfection is a more effective method than sterilization in removing endospores.
- Sterilization kills all forms of microbial life, including endospores, while disinfection only targets vegetative pathogens. (correct)
- Disinfection is done by steam under pressure, while sterilization uses chemical methods.
Which process involves the removal of microbes from a limited area?
Which process involves the removal of microbes from a limited area?
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What occurs during the death or decline phase of microbial growth?
What occurs during the death or decline phase of microbial growth?
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Which method is used for treatment of vegetative state pathogens on living tissues?
Which method is used for treatment of vegetative state pathogens on living tissues?
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